DeWITT, N.Y. — Hematology-Oncology Associates of CNY (HOA) has appointed Jennifer Pichoske as its next CEO, effective Feb. 15. Pichoske will succeed the retiring Maryann Roefaro, who has served as CEO since 2002, HOA has announced. Described as a “long-time member of the HOA family,” Pichoske has filled “progressively responsible” leadership roles in the organization […]
DeWITT, N.Y. — Hematology-Oncology Associates of CNY (HOA) has appointed Jennifer Pichoske as its next CEO, effective Feb. 15.
Pichoske will succeed the retiring Maryann Roefaro, who has served as CEO since 2002, HOA has announced.
Described as a “long-time member of the HOA family,” Pichoske has filled “progressively responsible” leadership roles in the organization since 2012 when she became the director of nursing. In 2020, she became chief clinical officer, and in 2023, began serving as HOA’s COO.
Her nearly 30 years of experience in hematology and oncology care also include serving as a nurse practitioner at HOA; as an instructor at Crouse Hospital School of Nursing in Syracuse; and a hematology/oncology nurse practitioner and nurse in Buffalo.
“As a leader for HOA, [Pichoske] has driven innovation, operational excellence and patient advocacy efforts, and we are thrilled to have her as our new CEO,” Dr. Tarek Sousou, president of the board of directors at HOA, said in a statement. “Her deep industry knowledge and visionary leadership will be instrumental in continuing our mission to provide the highest level of quality care in a healing environment for the mind, body and spirit of patients dealing with cancer and blood disorders.”
Pichoske said she’s “excited and honored” to take on the new role.
“I look forward to continue working with the talented team at HOA to build on our organization’s strong foundation to drive continued ground-breaking therapies, expand our reach and create the highest quality caring environment for our patients, their loved ones and our employees,” she added.
Established in 1982, Hematology-Oncology Associates of CNY is a private community cancer center that provides care for those dealing with cancer and blood disorders. A member of the Community Oncology Alliance, HOA has offices in Auburn, Camillus, and DeWitt.
