
Katie Celentino, DNP, RN, CMSRN
Vice President, Regional Operations
About Katie
Katie Celentino is the Vice President of Regional Operations at The START Center for Cancer Research, bringing over a decade of nursing and healthcare operations leadership experience. She provides strategic oversight and support for clinical operations teams across the START sites based in the United States, driving the expansion of early-phase clinical trials locations. Throughout her career, Katie has remained dedicated to improving the lives of patients with cancer by fostering compassionate, high-quality care. She is committed to enhancing patient experiences by supporting and growing high-performing teams that deliver excellence in oncology treatment and research. She believes that by investing in strong, mission-driven teams, START can continue to elevate care standards and expand access to life-changing therapies.
Prior to joining START, Katie served as the Director of Operations for Cancer Care at Corewell Health, where she oversaw multiple oncology programs and teams, including Radiation Oncology, Adult Blood and Marrow Transplant/Hematology, Cancer Registry and Nurse Navigation. With extensive expertise in oncology care, inpatient and outpatient cancer services, operational integration, and quality improvement initiatives, Katie ensures that each START location upholds the highest standards of excellence. She holds a Doctor Nursing Practice degree with an emphasis in Executive Leadership and a Master of Science in Nursing Business & Health Systems. Her work continues to be driven by a belief that access to innovative treatments can transform patient outcomes and offer renewed hope to individuals and families facing cancer.