Katie Oleksak
Florence,MA
Summary
20+ years seasoned medical professional with in-depth experience in a wide variety of aspects related to the healthcare industry. Extensive education, knowledge and background in medical science and practice. Background includes: hands-on patient care; direct collaboration with clinical and administrative staff pertinent to day-to-day operations of a number of integrative oncology and medical centers; independent ground-up cultivation and management of numerous local acupuncture Clinics while treating hundreds of patients for a wide-variety of mental and physical health-related concerns. Proficiency in research and technical writing. Completed AHIMA online Cancer Registry Management education and coursework, 2023. Over a year employee-based experience and hands-on training/completion of complex, in-depth abstracting cases through comprehension and review of: medical records, imaging, and pathology reports. Plan to sit for ODS exam, 2026.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Oncology Data Specialist
Oklahoma University Healthcare
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
04.2024 - 11.2025
- Collected, coded, and analyzed extensive data on cancer patients at Oklahoma University Healthcare's cancer research center.
- Supported research initiatives for prevention and treatment across various cancer types.
- Developed organizational systems for long-term evaluation and management of cancer case statistics.
- Maintained and interpreted patient records, focusing on trends and improvements in cancer control programs.
- Applied extensive knowledge in general medicine, anatomy, and pharmaceuticals for accurate diagnostics.
- Conducted follow-ups with cancer patients, engaged in case finding, and managed tumor board documentation.
- Organized and participated in weekly meetings to facilitate collaborative discussions on patient cases.
Acupuncturist & Nutritional Consultant
Mass General Cancer Center at Cooley Dickinson Hospital
Northampton, MA
01.2018 - 03.2024
- Launched integrative medicine segment at local cancer center, focusing on acupuncture and herbal supplements.
- Developed comprehensive job descriptions and policies for acupuncturists to support alternative care.
- Delivered individualized education and holistic support for cancer patients and caregivers throughout treatment.
- Cultivated continuity of care through tailored acupuncture, acupressure, and nutritional counseling.
Tumor Board Manager/Administrative Assistant
Mass General Cancer Center at Cooley Dickinson Hospital
Northampton, MA
01.2018 - 03.2024
- Oversaw planning and execution of weekly tumor board reviews, ensuring effective real-time participation in meetings.
- Developed streamlined structure for dynamic and engaging tumor board discussions.
- Assisted with administrative tasks to support cancer senior administrative manager and staff.
- Initiated organization of departmental structure to meet operational needs.
Education
Masters of Acupuncture -
New England School of Acupuncture
Masters - Pain, Research, Education & Policy
Tufts University School of Medicine
Skills
- Windows Operating Systems
- MAC Operating Systems
- Technical research and writing
- Academic research and writing
- CRStar Cancer Registry Software
- Epic operating system
Affiliations
- Cancer Registrars Association of New England (CRANE)
- National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA)
- American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
- Candidate, in-training for national ODS exam, scheduled 2026-2027
- National Certification Commission for Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)
Ods Candidate
2026
Phone - Number
413-455-4036
License And Certification
- MA board of medicine Licensed Acupuncturist, 2011
- AHIMA- completion of required coursework, 2023
- Boston School of Herbal Studies, 2011
Websites
Timeline
Oncology Data Specialist
Oklahoma University Healthcare
04.2024 - 11.2025
Acupuncturist & Nutritional Consultant
Mass General Cancer Center at Cooley Dickinson Hospital
01.2018 - 03.2024
Tumor Board Manager/Administrative Assistant
Mass General Cancer Center at Cooley Dickinson Hospital
01.2018 - 03.2024
Masters of Acupuncture -
New England School of Acupuncture
Masters - Pain, Research, Education & Policy
Tufts University School of Medicine