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GBM Patient Speaker

Torey Gilbertson got his Bachelor's of Science in Health Science at the University of Wyoming. In 2003, he received his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Pacific University in Oregon.

For more than ten years, Torey worked with children of all ages as a physical therapist in a clinic in Issaquah, WA and three different school districts in the area.

He earned his PhD in Rehabilitation Science from the University of Washington in 2015. The same year, he married the love of his life and they bought a home in Snohomish county.

Torey was diagnosed with Glioblastoma (GBM) in July of 2020 after experiencing persistent yawning, increasing daily headaches, nausea, and vomiting. His wife also noticed overall slowing in his cognitive abilities. For over four years, he has been wearing the Optune Gio device.

He continues to work part-time as an Assistant Teaching Professor at the University of Washington in the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Division of Physical Therapy, where he has worked for the last decade. 

2025 SPEAKER

Health Insurance Navigator & Advocate

Jennifer Natola is a seasoned and strategic leader in Revenue Cycle Operations, with nearly two decades of experience in healthcare finance across the life sciences sector. Her career has been defined by a hands-on, people-first approach, building and guiding high-performing teams that not only optimize revenue but also operate with purpose and empathy.

Her leadership is grounded in a clear strategic vision, focused on driving process innovation, managing complex transitions, and fostering a culture of continuous growth. She believes in the power of mentorship and training to unlock individual potential, and takes pride in cultivating environments where teams feel supported, challenged, and inspired to excel.

Jennifer uses key performance indicators as more than just metrics; they are tools for storytelling, insight, and alignment. By translating data into action, she helps teams stay focused on what matters most: delivering results that support both operational excellence and patient outcomes.

Her passion for oncology reimbursement runs deep. She is committed to ensuring that every action taken, whether by herself or her team, contributes to the best possible experience for patients and their caregivers. Jennifer has always taught her teams to view each claim as a patient, not just a transaction. This mindset drives her work and reinforces the human impact behind every decision.

With a deep understanding of payer dynamics and insurance navigation, she helps organizations overcome reimbursement challenges and accelerate resolution paths. She looks forward to bringing this expertise to the End Brain Cancer Initiative, offering support, guidance, and practical solutions to patients and caregivers facing insurance denials, ensuring they receive the care and attention they deserve