About Utah Radon

Dr. Wallace L. Akerley

Medical Oncologist

Huntsman Cancer Institute

Chairman of the Protocol Review and Monitoring Committee at HCI, Director of the Lung Cancer Disease Center of Excellence, and member of the NCCN Steering Committee. With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Akerley views radon as a "public health issue of grand proportion."

Kerri Robbins

Community Advocate

Radon-induced lung cancer survivor

At 65, Kerri received a stage four lung cancer diagnosis that had metastasized to her brain. Testing revealed radon levels equivalent to smoking three packs of cigarettes per day. Since her diagnosis she has met with neighbors and elected officials to spread radon awareness.

Bill Johnson

Community Advocate

Non-smoking lung cancer survivor

In June 2023, Bill received a stage four non-smoking lung cancer diagnosis at age 43 without any typical symptoms. After researching potential causes he learned about Utah's high radon levels and now dedicates his time to educating Utahns about radon's dangers.

Brad Callister

Vice President

Utah Radon Services

NRPP-certified radon measurement professional and VP of Utah's largest radon testing and mitigation company. Brad works closely with medical, educational, and government experts and is a member of AARST where he advocates for laws to protect Utah residents.

Chauntelle Fjeldsted

Community Advocate

Non-smoking lung cancer survivor

A mother of four and grandmother of four, Chauntelle was shocked by her stage one lung cancer diagnosis as a non-smoker. After finding high radon levels in her home she now does everything she can to help families understand the importance of testing.

Patricia Andric

Women's Health Nurse Practitioner

Board-certified WHNP & CNM

Patricia educated her local school about elevated radon levels in the Ogden Valley, leading her entire school district to test all buildings. She strives to improve the health of all Utahns and reduce rates of lung cancer in non-smokers and childhood leukemia.

Jen Fischer

Real Estate Broker

Radon awareness advocate

Jen ensures every client is purchasing a radon-safe home. With nearly 50% of Utah homes above the mitigation threshold, she does everything she can to help buyers and the broader community understand radon's dangers and how easy it is to address.

Connie AlexakosHonorary

Community Advocate

Non-smoking lung cancer victim

A Kamas resident who passed away in May 2025 after her stage four non-smoking lung cancer diagnosis. After finding radon levels in her home equivalent to over 500 X-rays per year, she became a tireless community advocate. Her story continues to save lives.