Ellison Institute for Transformative Medicine of USC and the USC Norris Westside Cancer Center. Cindy is a Native of Southern California, and has been a practicing oncology nurse for almost 25 years. She is a Registered Nurse, Oncology Certified Nurse, and a Certified Breast Cancer Nurse. Cindy enjoys making strong connections with her patients and their families and strives to help them feel that they have a partner in their journeys. During her personal time, Cindy volunteers as a youth long jump coach. She also serves on the board of directors of a nonprofit cancer foundation whom offer support and aid to cancer patients and their families in Ventura County.