Discover Regional Thought Leaders
Jessica Glennie
MSN, APRN
Jessica Glennie, MSN, APRN, is a certified nurse practitioner, specializing in pulmonology, who has worked in outpatient pulmonary medicine at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio for 8 years. She manages patients in the interstitial lung disease program, including care of patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, autoimmune related interstitial lung disease, hypersensitivity pneumonitis, occupational lung diseases, and drug-induced interstitial lung disease. She is co-director of the Cleveland Clinic’s ILD multidisciplinary conference.
Jenny Williams
PA-C
Jenny Williams, PA-C, is Clinical Instructor of Medicine specializing in pulmonology at the University of Colorado in Denver, Colorado at the Anschutz Medical Campus. She completed her medical training as a Physician Assistant at DeSales University. Since then, she has worked as a PA in General Pulmonary at St. Luke’s University Hospital in Pennsylvania, Lung Transplant and Cystic Fibrosis at Stanford University Hospital, and currently Interstitial Lung Disease and Lung Transplant at the University of Colorado.
Lori Reed
NP
Lori Reed, NP, is a board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in pulmonology and critical care at Piedmont Physicians Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine in Atlanta, GA. She earned her BSN from Georgia Southern University and MSN from Georgia State University. With years of experience in cardiac care, Lori focuses on delivering compassionate, efficient care while educating patients about their conditions. Outside of work, she enjoys supporting the UGA Bulldogs, exercising, and spending time with her family.
Cori Fratelli
MSN, FNP-C
Cori Fratelli, MSN, FNP-C, is a nurse practitioner specializing in pulmonology at National Jewish Health in Denver, Colorado. She has a unique background in both basic science and clinical research, which has informed her interest in clinical medicine. Her past basic science research includes asthma, airway hyperresponsiveness, cystic fibrosis, and lung cancer. Her past clinical research includes COPD and interstitial lung disease (ILD). Presently, she is interested in how research translates into personalized medicine. Her clinical focus is mainly on ILD, but she also sees general pulmonary medicine patients, as needed.
Kelsey Cramer
MSN, AGACNP-BC, DNP
Kelsey Cramer, MSN, AGACNP-BC, DNP, is a board-certified adult-gerontology acute care nurse practitioner specializing in pulmonary medicine at Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin. She focuses on interstitial lung disease (ILD), pulmonary hypertension (PH), and sarcoidosis. Kelsey earned her MSN and DNP from Rush University and is dedicated to delivering patient-centered care, education, and support for those managing complex lung conditions.
Kathy Lindell
PhD, RN, ATSF, FAAN
Kathleen Lindell, PhD, RN, ATSF, FAAN, is a nurse scientist and educator specializing in pulmonary fibrosis at the Medical University of South Carolina College of Nursing. Dr. Lindell is dedicated to advancing pulmonary care through research, education, and interdisciplinary collaboration, focusing on improving outcomes and quality of life for patients with pulmonary diseases.
Rebekah Edwards
DNP, FNP-C
Rebekah Edwards, DNP, FNP-C, is a nurse practitioner specializing in pulmonology at Norton Thoracic Institute, St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Arizona State University and is experienced in pulmonology, cardiology, and thoracic surgery. She also received her Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Arizona State University and has practiced in pulmonology ever since.
Felicia Mackey
MSN, FNP-BC, PCCN, CCRN
Felicia Mackey, FNP-BC, MSN, RN, PCCN, CCRN, is a nurse practitioner specializing in pulmonology at Pulmonary Medicine Associates in Roseville, California. She embarked on a multifaceted educational journey that culminated in her role as a skilled Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing, specializing in Family Nurse Practitioner, from Sonoma State University, following a Bachelor of Science in Nursing through the RN-BSN Program at California State University, Sacramento. Prior to these, she laid the groundwork for her nursing career with an Associates Degree in Nursing from Sacramento City College. Felicia's academic pursuits began at Indiana University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Telecommunications, with minors in Spanish and Art History, showcasing her diverse interests and commitment to lifelong learning. Currently Felicia is pursuing her Doctorate in Nursing Practice in Executive Leadership. Today, she is providing pulmonary and sleep medicine care to the Sacramento region. She is also the Director of Outpatient Advanced Practice Providers working with executive leadership on quality improvement, clinic efficiency, improving APP workflow, mentoring and training outpatient APPs, and evaluate policies/procedures in the clinic. In addition to her professional accomplishments, she is a member of several organizations including, CHEST, Association of Pulmonary Advanced Practice Providers, ANA and California Nurses Association. She is actively engaged in her local community by coaching youth soccer, volunteering as a science docent at the local elementary school and co-leads a Girl Scout troop as assistant troop leader. She has served on various boards to help fund-raise for college scholarships and developed/monitored the school’s improvement plan on the School Site Council.
Kelley Brant
NP
Kelley Brant, NP, is a nurse practitioner specializing in pulmonology at Intermountain Health in Salt Lake City, Utah. With over 17 years of diverse clinical experience, Kelley Brant is a dedicated healthcare professional with a passion for advancing pulmonary care. A graduate of San Diego State University with a BSN, Kelley began her career as a registered nurse in high-acuity settings, including the emergency room, ICU, and urgent care, where she honed her ability to excel in fast-paced, multidisciplinary environments. Kelley earned her MSN from the University of South Alabama and is double board-certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and Emergency Nurse Practitioner. For the past 2.5 years, Kelley has served as a nurse practitioner specializing in pulmonary medicine, with a particular focus in interstitial lung disease (ILD). As an ILD program coordinator, Kelley has gained experience in managing complex patient populations and remains actively involved in general pulmonary care, including COPD, asthma, and other respiratory conditions. Kelley also has a strong interest in research, supporting her facility’s participation in several randomized controlled trials to advance evidence-based practice. Beyond clinical work, Kelley is committed to fostering connections within the healthcare community. As a member of AANP, CHEST, and Utah Nurse Practitioners, she emphasizes professional development and collaboration to improve patient outcomes and advance the field of pulmonary care.
Shannon Benesh
DNP, NP-C
Shannon Benesh, DNP, RN-BC, AGNP-C, is a Nurse Practitioner specializing in Interstitial Lung Disease at Columbia University Irving Medical Center within the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care. She earned her BSN from James Madison University and her MSN from Adelphi University, later completing her Doctor of Nursing Practice at Stony Brook University with a project focused on early advance care planning in ILD. Shannon has clinical experience as an RN at leading academic hospitals across various specialties and is certified as a Progressive Care Certified Nurse and Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner. She is an active member of AANP, has contributed to published ILD research, and participates in national advisory boards dedicated to improving ILD care. She lives in Brooklyn with her husband and their dog and enjoys traveling, reading, running, and the occasional cocktail.