About Us

We are a research team based out of the University of Wyoming with an interest in the experience of the oncology patient. Our goal is to investigate and report on the phenomenon known as cancer ghosting which is affecting the community at an increasing rate. We are searching for people who may be interested in sharing their story on how cancer has led to them being ghosted in an effort to develop support for those who may be experiencing similar circumstances. 

Project Team: 

1) Primary Investigator: Jennifer Stephens, MA, PhD, RN, OCN, CCNE (FWWSON)

2) Co-Investigator: Jenifer Thomas, PhD (FWWSON)

3) Research Assistant: Carlos Garcia, BS (WHAMI Medical Student) 

University of Wyoming Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing, 

College of Health Sciences 

351 Health Sciences Center

Dept. 3065, 1000 E. University Ave.

Laramie, WY 82071 

Dr. Stephens has worked clinically in oncology nursing for over 20 years. She has a keen interest in improving the patient experience through thoughtful qualitative research.