Andrea Lehman, M.S.W., LCSW, is the Director of Patient and Family Services at Oregon Health & Science University’s Knight Cancer Institute. Andrea has been with OHSU since 2005 and served in both inpatient and outpatient direct service social work roles, most recently as the social work lead in the community hematology oncology clinics (CHO). Andrea received her MSW from Portland State University where she was recognized with the Graduate School of Social Work Award for Academic Excellence. She completed her undergraduate work at the University of Portland receiving a BA in psychology and sociology, where she received the Rev. John B. Delauney, C.S.C. Award for Outstanding Psychology Major. She has presented at numerous conferences, including AOSW, Transitions Palliative Care Conference, the American Society of Criminology Conference, and the Society for Research in Child Development. Andrea is licensed as a clinical social worker, certified as an oncology social worker, certified as a CBT therapist, and a clinical trauma professional. Andrea is also serving in the role of AOSW State Representative for Oregon. Andrea has lived in Oregon most of her life, with short stays in Washington DC and Germany. She enjoys all things home remodel, spending time with her sweet family (including her big German Shepherd dog), traveling, bike commuting, and wake surfing.