About Aurora Integrated Oncology Foundation

Enhancing cancer prevention, treatment and supportive care statewide

Who We Are

The Aurora Integrated Oncology Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization revolutionizing cancer care in Alaska. The Foundation’s network includes Anchorage Radiation Oncology Center, Mat-Su Valley Cancer Care, Peninsula Radiation Oncology Center and Southeast Radiation Oncology Center and focuses on accessible, advanced treatment and comprehensive support for patients and families.

With a commitment to patient-centered care, AIOF emphasizes reinvestment in community health initiatives and state-of-the-art services, operating under a sustainable model that covers all residents of Alaska, regardless of their insurance status.

State-of-the-art Services

The Foundation ensures access to the latest in cancer care technology and advanced treatments through its unified network of oncology centers.

Collaborative Strategy

With a focus on improving cancer outcomes, the Foundation’s model is designed to leverage statewide resources, fostering collaboration among health care professionals and enhancing the continuum of care for Alaskans facing cancer.

Community Support

The Foundation extends its impact beyond treatment, supporting the broader cancer community through strategic giving. By investing in health initiatives and patient support programs, the Foundation reinforces a network of care that uplifts every individual affected by cancer in Alaska.

Foundation Staff

Jess Gutzwiler

Dir of Marketing & Comm. Relations

Jess Gutzwiler brings a wealth of experience in cancer care and community engagement to her role at the Foundation, driving its mission throughout Alaska. Her background includes positions at the American Cancer Society and Advanced Oncology Associates, leading to her current role in cultivating community partnerships and support.

As an active member and leader within the Soldotna Rotary Club, and a contributor to the Central Peninsula Foundation Board, Jess is committed to community service and health care improvement.

Jess, originally from eastern South Dakota, now fully embraces the Alaska lifestyle, enjoying outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing, cross-country skiing and hiking. She lives in Clam Gulch with her spoiled micro-mini pig, Spank.

Dr. Eugene Huang

Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Huang is the full-time physician at Southeast Radiation Oncology.

Dr. Huang attended Baylor College of Medicine, and received his oncology training at the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, the number one ranked cancer hospital in the world. He formerly practiced at the Cleveland Clinic.

Dr. Huang serves as a scientific peer reviewer for several leading medical journals, including the International Journal of Radiation Oncology, Biology, Physics, and Breast Diseases Quarterly. He has received numerous awards for outstanding scientific research in breast and prostate cancer, including: the RSNA Roentgen Fellow Research Award, the Gilbert Fletcher Research Award, and the James Alexander Symposium.

Dr. Huang has been invited to present his research at numerous international conferences for prostate, breast, and lung cancer, including the American Association for Cancer Research, the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the American Society for Radiation Oncology, and the American Radium Society.