DeWITT, N.Y. — Hematology-Oncology Associates of CNY (HOA) is getting ready for a leadership transition in mid-February. HOA has appointed Jennifer Pichoske as its next CEO, effective Feb. 15. She will succeed the retiring Maryann Roefaro, who has served as CEO since 2002, the health-care provider specializing in oncology and hematology announced. Described as a […]
DeWITT, N.Y. — Hematology-Oncology Associates of CNY (HOA) is getting ready for a leadership transition in mid-February.
HOA has appointed Jennifer Pichoske as its next CEO, effective Feb. 15. She will succeed the retiring Maryann Roefaro, who has served as CEO since 2002, the health-care provider specializing in oncology and hematology 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.
Pichoske’s nearly 30 years of experience in hematology and oncology care also include serving as a nurse practitioner at HOA, as an instructor at the Crouse Hospital School of Nursing in Syracuse, and as 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.
Roefaro
When HOA acknowledged its 40th anniversary three years ago, its online announcement included this comment from CEO Roefaro, “In 40 years of operation, HOA has expanded services and improved care, but our founding principles remain unchanged: to care for patients’ mental, emotional, and physical well-being. That mission propels our every decision.”
Roefaro’s time as CEO also included the opening of a new cancer center at 5490 Cobbler Way in the town of Camillus in September 2024. The new 21,000-square-foot center replaces and expands upon HOA’s previous Onondaga Hill location.
“We are excited to bring this new Comprehensive Cancer Center to the CNY community,” Roefaro said in a statement at the time. “Providing our patients with the best possible care includes a modern, spacious location close to their homes where they can conveniently and cost-effectively receive all their cancer care.”
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.
