Dr. Tometich is an Assistant Professor in the USF College of Nursing. She completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Moffitt Cancer Center after completing her clinical internship at Yale University and graduating with her PhD from Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis. Her research foci are: cancer-related cognitive impairment, health behavior change for symptom management, and patient-reported outcomes of novel cancer treatments. As a clinical psychologist by training, her guiding theoretical frameworks are biopsychosocial and socio-ecological. Her doctoral dissertation work, funded by an NRSA F31 award from the National Cancer Institute (NCI), focused on examining bidirectional associations between physical activity and executive cognitive function among older cancer survivors. While completing her postdoctoral fellowship at Moffitt Cancer Center on the NCI T32 in Behavioral Oncology, she conducted two pilot studies of patient-reported outcomes of immunotherapy for melanoma and renal cell carcinoma, and then received an NCI K99/R00 award to support her research examining cancer-related cognitive impairment in young adult cancer survivors. Outside of work she enjoys listening to audiobooks, sewing, and practicing aerial circus arts.

Dr. Melissa Bogle is an Assistant Professor at the University of South Florida whose career bridges primary care, mental health, and health‑equity–driven workforce development. She currently practices both primary and psychiatric care through a national telehealth organization, bringing an integrated approach to patients who often struggle to access services. Her commitment to global health runs deep—she regularly volunteers on international medical trips to help build sustainable care infrastructure in underserved communities. Before entering academia, Dr. Bogle spent a decade in regional and national leadership roles with CVS Health/MinuteClinic, shaping clinical operations and supporting the growth of the NP workforce. She has since secured nearly $6 million in HRSA funding to strengthen nursing education and expand care access for vulnerable populations. A Fellow of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, she teaches across undergraduate and graduate programs, with particular focus on DNP education, health policy, and health promotion. Dr. Bogle earned her BSN from the University of Illinois, MSN (FNP/ACNP) from Vanderbilt University, DNP from UT Chattanooga, MPH in 2022, and a post‑master’s PMHNP certificate in 2023.

Dr. Buxton is Chair of Supportive Care Medicine at Moffitt Cancer Center where he oversees Palliative Medicine, Behavioral Health, and Integrative Medicine. He completed Medical School at Virginia Commonwealth University, adult psychiatry residency at Brown University, Child & Adolescent fellowship at Harvard MGH / McLean, and Palliative Medicine & Hospice fellowship at Harvard MGH-Brigham / DFCI. Dr. Buxton held previous leadership positions as the Palliative Medical Director of HCA CJW Medical and Executive Medical Director of Palliative Medicine for Adventhealth – Central Florida Division. He has been noted to have a unique expertise in finding ways to allow systems to be more efficient via improving communication through an open dialogue of 'unmentionables' in healthcare. His research interest focuses on PTSD in cancer patients and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy.

Deborah Silva is a Clinical Research Associate in the College of Nursing's Office of Research. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Counseling, a graduate certificate in Positive Behavior Support, and a Master’s Degree in Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health (specializing in Developmental Disabilities). She worked in pediatrics for 23 years and is currently working with young adults. She has extensive experience working on grant-funded projects and with data management. She ensures study protocols are followed on time and completed within budget. Organized and thorough, she focuses on streamlining procedures, problem-solving, and implementing innovative participant engagement strategies that enhance study compliance and improve data collection efficiency. She is passionate about engaging with people and making an impact on the community. She has lived in 5 different states & 1 foreign country and enjoys travelling internationally every year.

Autumn is a project manager in the College of Nursing's Office of Research with 15 years of combined experience in project management and research support. She is committed to improving health resources, quality of life, and outcomes while advancing research initiatives that have a meaningful impact on healthcare systems.

Christina is a PhD student in the College of Nursing, dedicated to advancing cardio-oncology care by investigating patient-reported outcomes among breast cancer survivors with cardiotoxicity. As a graduate research assistant in the RAINBO lab, she supports its mission to enhance quality of life during and after cancer.