Farewell Dr. Kelley

Today we say goodbye to a true champion of community health, Dr. Joseph Kelley, as he moves back east to be near family. “I have been extremely fortunate and honored to have served alongside one of the best radiation oncology teams in the business as well as serving with a highly talented team of professionals who work as support staff for the community’s premier cancer treatment facility, the Tri-Cities Cancer Center. I will be hard-pressed to find a group as committed, compassionate and skilled as the one I have worked here at the Cancer Center,” Kelley stated.

Dr. Kelley has overseen a significant transition this past year as he served as the Cancer Center’s Medical Director. Several programs with far reaching community impact have been implemented under his charge. His skill, expertise and passionate commitment to cancer patients, their families and the community has been very much appreciated. His leadership and vision will be missed.

Dr. Sue Mandell has been hired to take over Dr. Kelley’s position as Medical Director. “We are very excited about the level of skill, treatment interests and clinical trial experience Dr. Mandell brings to the Tri-Cities Cancer Center. Her installment as Medical Director will continue the Cancer Center’s tradition of excellence in radiation oncology and provides additional skills to advance our cancer treatment program,” Kelley stated in a letter to area physicians.
Additionally, the Cancer Center hired Dr. Juno Choe back in May to allow for the expansion of our services and treatment options. Dr. Choe provides the Cancer Center, and the people we serve, with greater depth and breadth of radiation oncology experience. Through our physician leadership, the Tri-Cities Community can expect new levels of clinical program development, new innovative treatment options, and superior results. Dr. Kelley and Dr. Choe have been working closely together for the last several months to ensure a seamless transition.

Dr. Kelley, we wish you and your family the very best. You have left an indelible mark on the Tri-Cities Cancer Center and the community we serve.

- Tri-Cities Cancer Center