Our Team

Dr. Albany completed his fellowship in hematology and medical Oncology at Indiana University School of Medicine before serving as an assistant professor of medicine at IU’s Simon Cancer Center in Indianapolis. He provided exceptional care to patients at Horizon Oncology and Research Center from 2019 to 2020 and rejoined the growing team in 2022. He specializes in genitourinary cancer such as prostate, bladder, and kidney cancer and is an expert in testicular cancer.

Dr. Albany has strived for clinical, professional, and educational excellence throughout his career. He holds an academic appointment as Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Indiana University School of Medicine Divisions of Hem/Onc. Additionally, Dr. Albany has received several professional honors and awards. Most recently, he received the Career Development Award from the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) in 2014 and the Clinical Scholar Award from the Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology in 2015.

Dr. Albany’s extensive experience in clinical studies is evidenced by the fact that his work has been published in dozens of peer-reviewed journals and periodicals. Dr. Albany is committed to providing excellence in oncology care in a trusting, compassionate environment.

She achieved ANCC board certification in June 2013. Laura has worked in the oncology field as a Staff RN since 1988.

In 2008, she pursued her love of research by becoming a clinical research coordinator and became ACRP certified in September 2013. Laura is a member of the Wabash Valley ONS, Sigma Theta Tau, and CAPNI.

Laura is a dedicated healthcare professional with over 30 years of experience as a registered nurse, research coordinator, nurse practitioner, and sub-investigator. With over 13 years of clinical research experience, she has been actively involved in over 108 Phase I and Phase II trials. For her, research is not merely a vocation, it is a passion.

Nancy has worked for various hospitals and hospices in Indiana and Michigan throughout her career. Before joining Horizon Oncology, she spent six years working in a busy Progressive Care Unit. She holds certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).

Nancy is excited to be a part of the Horizon Oncology caregiving team. Her extensive experience as a nurse practitioner, combined with her drive to provide exceptional and compassionate patient care, is in perfect alignment with Horizon’s aim to ensure that each of our patients feels cared for and respected.

She learned quickly that oncology clinical research was the perfect career for her. She advanced to a Clinical Trial Project Manager in 2021. At the start of 2022, she moved into her role as the Assistant Director of Clinical Research to focus on growth and expanding research into all Verdi practices. In 2023, Kirsten became the Director of Clinical Research.

She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Saint Elizabeth School of Nursing and recently graduated with a Master of Science in Nurse degree from Olivet Nazarene University. She enjoys spending time with her daughter, Charleston and her dog, Daisy. Her favorite place to be is by the pool in the warm sunshine.

Prior to joining Horizon Oncology, she worked as a Regulatory Coordinator in Clinical Research at Indiana University Health Arnett.

Penny loves spending time with her family. She enjoys reading and spending time outdoors hiking, running, and working in the garden.