Jessica Gelfarb, LICSW, OSW-C

Jessica is a licensed clinical and certified oncology social worker who has experience working with patients and families facing a range of medical diagnoses in both inpatient and outpatient settings.  She received her undergraduate degree in psychology from University of Michigan and her masters degree in social work from University of Maryland with a focus on clinical and medical social work. Prior to her role as a cancer center social worker at GW, Jessica worked extensively with organ transplant patients at Medstar Georgetown Transplant Institute. She has also spent time working on cardiology and intensive care units throughout her career. She is passionate about partnering with patients in order to provide psychosocial and emotional support as they navigate their diagnosis, treatment and survivorship.