Our team of dedicated professionals helps mesothelioma patients and their families navigate the complexities of the healthcare system to find the best treatment, medical centers, and specialists tailored to their needs. Mesothelioma patient advocates also work to improve patient support and advance research, treatment, and testing.
Facing a mesothelioma diagnosis can feel overwhelming, but you’re not in this alone. Our team is here to help you make sense of the healthcare system, find the right doctors and treatment centers, and feel supported at every step. We’re also working to push research forward, improve access to care, and make sure patients and families have the resources they need.
With more than 100 years of combined experience, our compassionate and knowledgeable advocates are ready to answer your questions, ease your worries, and help you make informed decisions. When you work with our team, you gain access to:
Your story matters, and we’re here to listen. Our advocates serve as trusted partners, helping you find the right doctors, legal resources, and community support networks tailored to your needs. Whether it’s guiding your next step or simply being a compassionate voice on the other end of the phone, we’re here for you. Your care is our highest priority.
Our advocate team brings more than 60 years of hands-on experience helping mesothelioma patients and their families access life-changing resources. Each member is deeply committed to walking alongside you with empathy, expertise, and unwavering support.
Kellie has nearly 20 years of experience as a patient advocate, with seven of those years focused on asbestos patients. Today, she aids families and workers exposed to asbestos on the job site due to improper safety equipment. “I love speaking to the clients and hearing their stories. Working in my department is the best job I’ve ever had, with such a supportive group of people. I’m very grateful to be at a company that emphasizes clients and employees.”
Rhea has over 15 years of experience in an asbestos law firm and holds a B.S. from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. Her favorite thing about working for Mesothelioma Hub is that they truly put people, patients, and families first. “The support and encouragement from our intake team is the absolute best, and all of us coming together to assist potential clients in getting the help they need and deserve makes every single day worthwhile.”
Emily leads the team here at Mesothelioma Hub and has been a patient advocate for over 15 years. As a trained educator, Emily provides medical support and legal guidance that patients and families need as they navigate through their mesothelioma cancer journey. “I enjoy listening, talking, and helping clients who have been diagnosed with lung cancer or mesothelioma. Our team of patient advocates has successfully helped many deserving patients and their families fight for the justice they deserve.”
Shelly received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree and has been with the team since 2014. Previously, Shelly worked at Edward Jones as a trainer and mentor. “Having lost both of my parents to lung cancer, I found a strong connection to providing guidance and support to our clients and their loved ones as they navigate these difficult waters. To know that we assist these very deserving families to seek justice against the asbestos industry is extremely rewarding.”
Kelsey has been a patient advocate at Mesothelioma Hub for nearly ten years and is the wife of a farmer and the daughter of an electrician, both of whom have worked in commercial and residential settings. “I love my job because I get to talk with people who are literally living a nightmare, and I can give them hope or relief. When you find out you or a loved one has cancer, it is such an unknown and overwhelming time. I often think if I were in their shoes, I’d be so thankful for genuine help and advice from someone who is familiar with the ‘nightmare’ experience. I would love to be that person for you.”
Leif has been a part of the Mesothelioma Hub patient advocate team since 2017 and has worked in the legal field since 2000. Leif also has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Southern Methodist University. “I love helping potential clients with finding the assistance they need. When we can connect someone struggling with their health to a life-changing resource, it means that we are doing our job properly.”
Andrea has been with the Mesothelioma Hub patient advocate team for over five years and holds two Associate of Applied Science degrees. She also has a proficiency in education in Radio Broadcasting and is a licensed Veterinary Technician. “I love my job because I get to talk to people and hear stories about their lives and the interesting things they’ve done or accomplished over their lifetime. Helping connect people to much-needed medical resources is a very satisfying profession.”
Amy has a bachelor’s degree in Anthropology from the University of Minnesota, Mankato, and joined the Mesothelioma Hub team in 2022. Amy has worked in the non-profit world and has also taught English in South America. “I love my job because, in the patient advocate team, we are always doing what we can to help the client. Sometimes that entails listening to what they are going through, and other times it is getting paperwork to the right person to speed along a process that can feel overwhelming.”
Jamie is new to the Mesothelioma Hub team, bringing over 20 years of experience in the customer service industry. Jamie is the wife of a Navy Veteran and has four beautiful children. “I really enjoy being part of the patient advocate team. I love helping friends and families of people diagnosed with mesothelioma and other lung diseases. We truly have an incredible and compassionate team that cares about people.”
Ashley has a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a background in patient advocacy, which has aided her in connecting with those whom the asbestos industry has negatively impacted. “As the spouse of a Navy Veteran, I really relate to those who have been exposed through the military. I love my job because I know that I am the first step in helping families receive the justice they deserve. I come to work every day knowing that my efforts help those in difficult times, and that is truly such a great feeling to me.”