Dr. Ashley Varner is a clinical oncology social worker with the Piedmont Cancer Center in Atlanta, GA. With more than 20 years of experience addressing the experience of people affected by cancer (both patients and their loved ones), she is passionate about the field of psychooncology. Ashley has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles and book chapters and presented nationally and internationally on areas of particular interest including the experience of care-partners, financial toxicity and palliative care. She strives to contribute to the field of psychooncology through direct practice, research, and advocacy.