Our team is dedicated to improving the lives of older adults with cancer. Through new research focused on older adults, including clinical trials and education specific to cancer and aging, we work to support you and your family throughout your cancer experience.
Cancer and Aging
Cancer and Aging Specialists
The cancer and aging specialists at the OSUCCC – James comprises several nationally and internationally recognized treatment and research experts from across numerous medical and research disciplines.
Our Providers
As a hematologist at the OSUCCC – James, my clinical practice is focused on caring for patients with multiple myeloma and plasma cell disorders with a special emphasis on aging patients with cancer.
I am an Associate Professor on the tenure track in the Division of Medical Oncology/Department of Internal Medicine at The Ohio State University, Comprehensive Cancer Center and The James Cancer Hospital/Solove Research Institute.
I am a hematologist who specializes in treating patients with blood cancers, such as leukemia, myelodysplastic syndromes and myelofibrosis.
I am a medical oncologist specializing in genitourinary cancers, melanomas and lung cancers.
As a geriatrician and palliative care specialist, I focus on helping older patients adjust to aging-related needs and cancer symptoms.
I am a medical oncologist who specializes in managing the treatment of patients with breast cancer.
Ann Bartlett MSW, LSW
I’m an outpatient medical social worker who addresses the psychosocial needs of older adults and patients in treatment for radiation oncology and palliative care.
Paige Erdeljac, PharmD, BCACP, MPH
I’m a clinical pharmacist specializing in the care of older adults. I specifically review medications and look for ways to optimize regimens by identifying drug interactions, duplications and potentially inappropriate medications.
Samantha Mogan, AuD, ABAC
I’m an audiologist who specializes in ototoxic monitoring and diagnosing hearing loss in the adult and older adult populations.
Taletha Askew, CNP
I’m a certified nurse practitioner, and my interests include working with older adults with cancer.
Samantha Bateman, MS, RDN, CSO, LDN
I’m a registered dietitian and board-certified specialist in oncology nutrition.
Amy Custer, AuD, ABAC
Dedicated audiologist specializing in oncology, committed to enhancing the quality of life for cancer survivors by addressing hearing-related challenges and monitoring during their treatment journey.
Amber Davis, BSN, RN, OCN
I’m a registered nurse who administers cognitive assessments to identify potential memory problems and discusses results to see if additional resources or interventions need to be implemented.
Meredith Stutz, PT, DPT, CLT, MS
I am a residency-trained physical therapist in oncology rehabilitation, and I am also a certified lymphedema therapist. I have a passion for working with older adults and promoting physical function, wellness and independence.
Researchers
I am a member of the Molecular Carcinogenesis and Chemoprevention Program at the OSUCCC – James, where my research focuses on improving our understanding of the connections between cancer and aging.
I am an associate professor in the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences and a member of the Cancer Control Program at the OSUCCC – James.
Education
As section chief of geriatrics at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, I have extensive experience in completing and supervising clinical evaluations of older adults in a variety of clinical care settings.