The OCCN Executive Team is the governing body of the OCCN and is responsible for the ongoing development, implementation, and evaluation of the Oklahoma State Cancer Plan: The OCCN Executive Team is composed of representatives of organizations and independent individuals in Oklahoma concerned with cancer prevention and control.
The OCCN Executive Team is comprised of Chair and Co-Chair along with leads and co-leads of the priority cancer focus groups.
The OCCN Executive Team is responsible for:
- Providing leadership and policy direction for the OCCN, establishing the process and criteria for determining Plan Implementation priorities from the Oklahoma State Cancer Plan, establishing operational, plan implementation, and ad hoc committees, and communicating statewide priorities and recommendations
- Establishing the process for updating the Oklahoma State Cancer Plan as changing conditions warrant (e.g., advances in science, shifts in the Oklahoma cancer burden, etc.)
- Reviewing and approving all standing committee recommendations
- Reviewing the OCCN membership to identify gaps and ensure recruitment of a diverse and representative membership, including ex officio members
- Reviewing the bylaws and ensuring the OCCN is in compliance.
Leadership
Mark Doescher, MD, MSPH
he/him
Senior Associate Director, Community Outreach and Engagement, OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center
Mark Doescher is senior associate director, community outreach and engagement for the OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center and lead of the Oklahoma Comprehensive Cancer Network.
Doescher is family physician with more than 25 years of experience.
His longstanding commitment to improving health equity has led to studies, and direct service outreach projects, funded by the National Institutes of Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, Health Resources and Services Administration, private foundations and state government, resulting in dozens of refereed publications, health policy reports and policy changes at the local, state and federal levels.
Doescher’s current community-engaged work centers on building partnerships with communities, tribes and healthcare systems throughout Oklahoma to increase receipt of evidence-based cancer screening and treatment services.
Jennifer Roysdon, MS
she/her
Oklahoma Comprehensive Cancer Coalition Coordinator, Chronic Disease Prevention Services
Jennifer Roysdon is the comprehensive cancer coalition coordinator for the Chronic Disease Prevention Services at the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH).
In this role, Roysdon is responsible for addressing cancer prevention and control issues by convening and managing multi-sector organizations and individuals to promote effective changes to reduce the cancer burden in Oklahoma.
Prior to joining OSDH, Roysdon worked in multiple agencies with a focus tobacco use, cancer programs and emergency social services.
Roysdon earned a bachelor’s degree in individual, family and community service, as well as a master’s degree in health and non-profit administration from Oklahoma State University.
Prior to her return to the Oklahoma Comprehensive Cancer Network (OCCN) in 2023, Roysdon was involved in multiple roles from 2006-2018. She is also a co-lead for the OCCN.
Andrea Rooks, MSHCA, CPS
she/her
Oklahoma Comprehensive Cancer Control Coordinator, Chronic Disease Prevention Services, Co-Lead II
Andrea Rooks is the comprehensive cancer control coordinator for Chronic Disease Prevention Services at the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH).
In this role, Rooks is responsible for addressing cancer prevention and control with a focus on policy, systems and environmental approaches designed to reduce the incidence and burden of cancer in Oklahoma.
Prior to joining OSDH, Rooks worked for the Cherokee Nation for 16 years with a focus on organizational development and substance abuse prevention programs.
Rooks earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology, human resource development from Northeastern State University and a master’s degree in health care administration from Oklahoma State University.
She is also a certified prevention specialist with the Oklahoma Drug and Alcohol Professional Counselors Association, and co-lead for the Oklahoma Comprehensive Cancer Network.
William C. Dooley, MD, FACS
he/him
Professor, Department of Surgery, The University of Oklahoma
Dr. William Dooley is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery.
Dooley received his medical degree at Vanderbilt University and completed surgical training at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. He did his surgical oncology training at the University of Oxford and Johns Hopkins before joining the faculty at Johns Hopkins. He developed and directed the Johns Hopkins Breast Center, which became an award-winning model for cancer care.
Upon arrival in Oklahoma, Dooley worked to improve breast cancer treatment and outreach for under-served and health disparity populations, and transformed the OU Breast Institute into the state’s first breast center to be certified by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC).
Dooley’s involvement in setting higher standards for cancer care has led to national and international recognitions. He serves on the Commission on Cancer – which sets and monitors national quality standards for cancer care – and is a member of the Society of Surgical Oncology, The American Society of Breast Surgeons, the Fellowship of American College of Surgeons and the Society of University Surgeons.
Heather Carter, MS
she/her
Community Outreach & Engagement Liaison, OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center
Heather Carter is the community outreach & engagement liaison for the OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center.
Carter has served in the health and wellness industry for more than 20 years, providing promotion and delivery of health education programs to diverse communities.
Stephanie Pharr, MS, CHES
she/her
Community Outreach Coordinator, OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center
Stephanie Pharr is a community outreach coordinator for the OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, and lead for the cervical cancer/HPV vaccine workgroup.
Pharr earned a master’s degree in health care administration from Oklahoma State University in 2021.
She is a community health educator that promotes community engagement through partnerships, advocacy, prevention and screening, and community-based research.
At this time the Quality Improvement Coordinator role is vacant for Immunization Services.
At this time both the Lead and Co-Lead roles are vacant for colorectal cancer work group.
Angelina Hooper
she/her
Tobacco Control Consultant
Angelia Hooper is a tobacco control consultant with the Oklahoma State Department of Health, lead of the lung cancer/smoking cessation workgroup, and assists in policy review for the state’s Certified Healthy Oklahoma program.
Hooper has dedicated most of her career to providing health and fitness expertise to older adults. She has worked in several retirement communities – including low-income senior housing – providing health and fitness classes.
Hooper graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma with a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology. She is currently pursuing a graduate degree at Oklahoma State University.
Alexis Burris, BS
she/her
Health Promotion Manager for the American Lung Association (ALA)
Alexis Burris is the health promotion manager for the American Lung Association (ALA) and co-lead for the OCCN Lung Cancer/Tobacco Cessation workgroup. Alexis holds a bachelors in Community/Public Health from the University of Central Oklahoma. At the ALA, Burris focuses on smoke-free housing in Tulsa County, facilitates the ALA Lung Cancer Survivor & Caregiver Support Group, and serves as the state lead for all health promotion programs.
| Member | Title | Work Group |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mark Doescher | Chair | OCCN |
| Andrea Rooks | Co-Chair I | OCCN |
| Vacant | Co-Chair II | OCCN |
| Dr. William Dooley | Lead | Breast Cancer |
| Heather Carter | Co-Lead | Breast Cancer |
| Stephanie Pharr | Lead | Cervical Cancer/HPV Vaccine |
| Cristen Hartman | Co-Lead | Cervical Cancer/HPV Vaccine |
| Vacant | Lead | Colorectal Cancer |
| Vacant | Co-Lead | Colorectal Cancer |
| Angelina Hooper | Lead | Lung Cancer/Tobacco Cessation |
| Alexis Burris | Co-Lead | Lung Cancer/Tobacco Cessation |
Meeting Schedule
| Date | Time | Location | Agenda | Minutes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January 13, 2022 CANCELLED |
9:30 - 11:00 AM |
Virtual Meeting |
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March 10, 2022 CANCELLED |
9:30 - 11:00 AM | Virtual Meeting | ||
| May 12, 2022 | 9:30 - 11:00 AM | Virtual Meeting | ||
| July 14, 2022 | 9:30 - 11:00 AM | Virtual Meeting | ||
| September 08, 2022 | 9:30 - 11:00 AM | Virtual Meeting | ||
| November 10, 2022 | 9:30 - 11:00 AM | Virtual Meeting |
| Date | Time | Location | Agenda | Minutes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 14, 2021 | 9:30 - 11:00 AM |
Virtual Meeting | Agenda | Minutes |
| March 11, 2021 | 9:30 - 11:00 AM | Virtual Meeting | Agenda | Minutes |
| May 13, 2021 | 9:30 - 11:00 AM | Virtual Meeting | Agenda | Minutes |
| July 08, 2021 | 9:30 - 11:00 AM | Virtual Meeting | Agenda | Minutes |
| September 09, 2021 | 9:30 - 11:00 AM | Virtual Meeting |
Agenda | Minutes |
| November 18, 2021 | 9:30 - 11:00 AM | Virtual Meeting | Agenda | Minutes |
