Soothe Note advisors.

Cancer Survivorship Leader

Smita Bhatia

UAB

Internationally recognized physician-scientist studying the lifelong health effects of cancer treatment and how risk-based care can improve survivorship.

Palliative Care and Quality-of-Life Leader

Betty Ferrell

City of Hope

Nationally recognized oncology nursing leader whose work has advanced palliative care, symptom management, and quality of life for patients and families.

Yale Pediatric Oncology Leader

Asher Marks

Yale Medicine

Yale pediatric hematologist-oncologist and Director of Pediatric Neuro-Oncology, with leadership across adolescent and young adult cancer care and immersive healthcare technology.

Patient Experience Researcher

Barbara Lewis

Healthcare PX

Patient-experience researcher and advocate specializing in how hospitals build, measure, and strengthen Patient and Family Advisory Councils.

Oncology Patient Advocate

Dana Hutson

Cancer Champions

Oncology-specialized independent patient advocate helping families understand diagnoses, prepare for appointments, and navigate treatment options and clinical trials.

Veteran Oncology Nurse Navigator

Lynn Carbino

Smilow Cancer Hospital at Greenwich (YNHH)

Oncology nurse navigator with 30+ years at Greenwich Hospital, helping patients and families manage treatment realities with clarity and compassion.

Long-Term Care Expert

Lindsay Friedman

LTCareNav and CareBloom

Caregiving advocate and founder of LTCareNav and CareBloom, helping families plan long-term care, understand care options, and make support decisions before crisis points.