Tracy Crane, PhD

Associate Professor, Medical Oncology
Co-Lead, Cancer Control Research Program
Director, Digital Health and Lifestyle Medicine
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
Miller School of Medicine, University of Miami

Dr. Crane leads a multi-disciplinary research team to carry out the delivery of digital health lifestyle interventions. In order to successfully conduct, manage and deliver these large-scale trials, her research team utilizes a smart software platform that incorporates voice, text and video, with integrated wearable data, and interfaces with clinical care. Dr. Crane’s most recent projects integrate deep learning and natural language processing in an effort to identify precision behavioral interventions to better predict what intervention to use, for whom and when, moving beyond the “one size fits all" approach.

Paola Rossi, MD, MSED

Director, Clinical Program - Lifestyle Medicine
Medical Oncology
Division of Cancer Control
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center

Paola Rossi, MD, MS in Exercise Physiology, Clinical Program Director of Lifestyle Medicine at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. Dr. Paola Rossi is a Family Physician and a Palliative Care Physician. Born and raised in Argentina, Dr. Rossi developed an early interest in the intersection between medicine, lifestyle, and nutrition, which ultimately led her to pursue a career in family medicine and palliative care. After completing her medical training, Dr. Rossi went on to earn a master's degree in exercise physiology, focusing her research on the role of physical activity and diet in cancer prevention and survivorship. As a medical educator, Dr. Rossi dedicated her tine in developing multiple community programs to empower her patients and students with the knowledge and tools they need to take charge of their health.

Jessica MacIntyre, DNP, MBA, APRN, AOCNP

Executive Director, Clinical Operations
Nurse Practitioner
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center

Dr. Jessica MacIntyre is the Executive Director of Clinical Operations and an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner at the University of Miami/Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. Dr. MacIntyre received her Doctor in Nursing Practice and MBA from Johns Hopkins University. She has been practicing for over 20 years in the field of oncology and currently oversees the clinical operations of various department and programs at the cancer center including, cancer support services, cancer prevention programs, cancer survivorship, the phase I research clinic, and the advanced practice providers involved in these areas. Additionally, she has publications in the areas of gastrointestinal malignances, advanced practice, and is an avid speaker on topics revolving around patient navigation, survivorship, and supportive care. She is also the co-founder and the Director of the Oncology Nurse Practitioner Fellowship Program at the University of Miami; the first and only one in Florida as well as the founder of the Sylvester Patient Family Advisory Council. Most recently, she was appointed on the Board of Directors for the Oncology Nursing Society.

Deborah Fortino, MS, CPT, ACE-CHC

Health Coach

Deborah is a certified Health Coach at the CRANE lab. She has her master’s degree from Florida Atlantic University in Exercise Science and Health Promotion with a concentration in Exercise Physiology. She hopes to become a board-certified health coach and a certified Exercise Physiologist. Her areas of interest include health coaching, behavior change, and motivational interviewing with patients in a disease state.

Bryan Mejia, MA

Health Coach

Bryan Mejia, a Miami native with Honduran roots, earned his master’s degree in sport & exercise psychology from Minnesota State University, Mankato. During his adolescent years, he engaged in various sports, including football, basketball, track, and soccer. As an NCAA football and track & field athlete at Central College in Pella, Iowa, he not only excelled in sports but also delved into psychological research projects, presenting his findings at two research conferences hosted by the Midwestern Psychological Association.

Driven by a passion for psychological research and a desire to help others lead fulfilling lives, Bryan pursued a career in sport & exercise psychology. After graduating from his master’s program, he became a high school instructor at Miami SLAM Charter High School, teaching AP and dual enrollment psychology courses. Bryan also created the school’s first sport & exercise psychology elective class and collaborated with SLAM athletic teams to provide sport psychology workshops. After three years of teaching and coaching, Bryan transitioned into higher education as an academic advisor for the Miami Herbert Business School.

His research interests include human flourishing, positive psychology, and the psychological factors affecting happiness and motivation. Bryan is also an advocate for an active lifestyle, enjoying hobbies such as cycling, weightlifting, hiking, exploring museums and parks, and traveling. In his spare time, he works on his antique car project—a 1981 Chevrolet El Camino.

In addition to his professional commitments, Bryan serves as a freelance sport psychology practitioner. Through collaborations with local and national athletes, teams, and universities, he designs and implements tailored psychological skills programs, utilizing both in-person and remote platforms to maximize accessibility and impact."