CANCER BUZZ
227 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsCANCER BUZZ features fresh perspectives on hot topics in oncology care delivery.
CANCER BUZZ is where stakeholders from the front lines of care to the C-suite, from research to the registry, from chairside to benchside, talk about top-of-mind questions and real-world impact.
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Leveraging the EHR to Automate Biosimilar Selection and Streamline the Prior Authorization Process
June 18, 2024 10:00 - 5 minutes - 7.77 MBThis rule-based informatics solution pulls from the electronic health record to automate the election of an appropriate biosimilar therapy based on the patient’s insurance and hospital formulary preferences, streamlining prior authorization and approval processes. This e-tool decreased administrative burden to providers, pharmacists, and prior authorization specialists and increased biosimilar utilization by 21.9%. Guest: Sarah Hudson-DiSalle, PharmD, RPh, FACCC Assistant Director of R...
Social Determinants of Health in Metastatic Breast Cancer
May 30, 2024 10:00 - 5 minutes - 7.32 MBSocial determinants of health have been proven to impact access to care, but further delineation is necessary to describe their effect on treatment selection itself. To mitigate this knowledge gap, the Association of Cancer Care Centers (ACCC) sought to identify the impact that social determinants of health may have on guideline-concordant treatment selection in hormone receptor positive, HER2 negative, metastatic breast cancer and early breast cancer. In this episode, CANCER BUZZ speaks wit...
Overcoming Barriers to Holistic Survivorship Care for Immunotherapy Patients
May 23, 2024 10:00 - 9 minutes - 13 MBImmunotherapy is redefining survivorship to include an increasing population of patients who live with cancer and navigate toxicities that differ from those that accompany traditional treatments. In this episode, CANCER BUZZ speaks with Brittney Baer, BSN, RN, patient care coordinator for the Immune Effector Cell program at Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, about key strategies and solutions to prioritize patient quality of life by addressing barriers to...
Integrating Genetic Counselors in Routine Genitourinary Care
May 10, 2024 09:40 - 16 minutes - 23 MBGermline and somatic testing for in prostate cancer can improve outcomes and promote early detection and prevention, yet many patients are not aware of testing and the impact it can have on treatment options. In this episode, CANCER BUZZ speaks with David Gill, MD, medical oncologist at Intermountain Healthcare’s Intermountain Cancer Center and Lindsey Byrne, MS, LCGC, licensed certified genetic counselor at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center, who discuss how genetic cou...
A Multidisciplinary Approach to Anemia Management in High-Risk MDS and AML
May 09, 2024 10:00 - 11 minutes - 371 MB VideoAnemia can negatively affect quality of life and treatment outcomes for patients with high-risk myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) and acute myeloid leukemia. In this episode, CANCER BUZZ speaks with Amy DeZern, MD, MHS, director, Bone Marrow Failure and MDS Program, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland, Donald Moore, PharmD, BCPS, BCOP, DPLA, FCCP, clinical oncology pharmacy manager, Atrium Health Levine Cancer in Charlotte, North Carolina, and David Sallman, MD, a...
Improving Care Delivery to Patients Newly Diagnosed with Breast Cancer
May 03, 2024 10:00 - 4 minutes - 6.1 MBPrior to 2020, patients newly diagnosed with breast cancer at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist’s Comprehensive Cancer Center experienced high variability in the number of days it took to see a breast cancer provider. Scheduling was decentralized across the departments and rarely could multiple visits be coordinated to occur on the same day, within the same location. Addressing this issue required a coordinated, multidisciplinary approach that involved engaging the cancer center leadership a...
Highlights from the ACCC Working Summit: Advancing CAR T-Cell Therapy Care Continuity and Collaborative Patient Education
April 25, 2024 13:53 - 5 minutes - 7.16 MBImproving timely identification and referral of patients who may be eligible for chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy is critical for improving outcomes for patients with hematologic malignancies. On February 7, 2024, ACCC hosted a virtual Working Summit: Advancing CAR T-Cell Therapy Care Continuity and Collaborative Patient Education to explore topics including patient and caregiver needs as well as care coordination between referring providers and certified CAR T-cell therapy cen...
Care Action Plans for People with Cancer
April 19, 2024 11:00 - 6 minutes - 492 MB VideoThe 4R Oncology® Model facilitates enhanced patient engagement and timely care provision by streamlining delivery of complex interdependent care. Implementation of the 4R Oncology® model in breast and lung cancer clinics has improved patients’ involvement in organizing their care, enabled the development of high-functioning multidisciplinary care teams, and helped to optimize the timing and coordination of sequence of care. In this episode, CANCER BUZZ speaks with Raymond Liu, MD, director ...
Beyond the Brush: Navigating Dental Care in Head & Neck Cancer
April 02, 2024 10:00 - 11 minutes - 16.2 MBWhile advancements in oral medicine are improving the treatment landscape for head and neck cancer, routine dental care and preventative oral cancer screenings can help identify head and neck cancers early. In this episode, Alessandro Villa, DDS, PhD, MPH, chief of Oral Medicine, Oral Oncology, and Dentistry at Baptist Health South Florida’s Miami Cancer Institute, emphasizes the proactive role dentists can play in early identification of cancer—as well as the need for equitable access to ...
Navigating the Operational Challenges of Treatment with Bispecific Antibodies
March 28, 2024 10:00 - 10 minutes - 14.7 MBAdvancements in clinical data and research have shown the immunotherapeutic potential of bispecific antibodies as treatment for hematologic cancers and solid tumors. In this episode, CANCER BUZZ speaks with Aaron Cumpston, PharmD, pharmacy clinical specialist for bone marrow transplant and Christine Barrett, PharmD, BCOP, medical oncology clinical pharmacy specialist who discuss the challenges of care coordination and therapy and share operational best practices for the delivery of bispecif...
Policy Perspectives on Biomarker Testing Coverage for 2024
March 26, 2024 10:00 - 5 minutes - 7.3 MBAs the need for access to guideline-concordant biomarker testing for underserved populations continues to grow, hear what care teams need to know about coverage for Medicaid beneficiaries and the legislative outlook for 2024. In this episode, CANCER BUZZ speaks with Hilary Gee Goeckner, MSW, director of State and Local Campaigns for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ASC CAN), who shares policy perspectives and the latest on state legislation to expand coverage for biomarker...
Open Enrollment: Best Practices for End-of-Year Prep
March 21, 2024 10:00 - 5 minutes - 8.15 MBThe ACCC Oncology Reimbursement Meetings (ORMs) help all members of the multidisciplinary cancer care team navigate the annual changes in oncology reimbursement and regulations— while improving their knowledge on effective strategies for success in an everchanging oncology landscape. In this episode, CANCER BUZZ speaks with Jordan Karwedsky, financial counselor, Green Bay Oncology, about her session at the ORMs last fall, where she discussed best practices cancer care teams can adopt as they...
Disparities in Accessing Care for AML Patients: Challenges and Solutions
March 19, 2024 15:08 - 5 minutes - 7.15 MBWhile social determinants of health can impact access to care and treatment options for many patients with cancer, when combined with the complexities of acute myeloid leukemia, these factors become critical to treatment outcomes and quality of life for patients. In this episode, CANCER BUZZ speaks with Linda Hayward, patient financial advocate at the University of Maryland, Kaufman Cancer Center at Upper Chesapeake Health, about the challenges of treatment and strategies to address dispari...
Clarifying the Role of Maintenance Therapy
March 14, 2024 14:53 - 6 minutes - 248 MB VideoMaintenance therapy for patients with acute myeloid leukemia, particularly those who are ineligible for transplant, can be critical to treatment outcomes and quality of life for patients. In this episode, CANCER BUZZ speaks with Thomas LeBlanc, MD, hematologic oncologist, associate professor of Medicine, and associate professor in Population Health Sciences at Duke Cancer Institute, about the importance of keeping patients with acute myeloid leukemia in first remission as long as possible th...
A Conversation With ACCC’s Outgoing and Incoming Presidents at the ACCC 50th Annual Meeting and Cancer Center Business Summit
March 08, 2024 17:05 - 20 minutes - 27.9 MBOn March 1, 2024, ACCC elected a new president and board of trustees for the 2024 -2025 term. CANCER BUZZ interviews outgoing President, Lekan Ajayi, and incoming President, Nadine Barrett, about their respective ACCC President’s Themes, the programs and resources ACCC developed in the past year, the state of the oncology workforce, ACCC’s role in improving health equity, the Association’s 50th Anniversary, and more. Guest: Lekan Ajayi Immediate Past President, Association of...
LIVE from AMCCBS: White House Update
March 02, 2024 00:39 - 7 minutes - 10 MBLive this week from the ACCC 50th Annual Meeting and Cancer Center Business Summit (AMCCBS), CANCER BUZZ features an update from the White House on the Biden Cancer Moonshot program. Speaker: Dr. Catharine Young Assistant Director of Cancer Moonshot Engagement Policy and International Engagement White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Resources: Cancer Moonshot ACCC Post: Moonshot Highlights from the President’s Cancer Panel: Building on a Strong Legacy
LIVE from AMCCBS: Capitol Hill Update
March 01, 2024 21:22 - 5 minutes - 7.7 MBLive this week from the ACCC 50th Annual Meeting and Cancer Center Business Summit (AMCCBS), CANCER BUZZ interviews Dr. Sarah Hudson-DiSalle, member of the Reimbursement and Economics Subcommittee of ACCC’s Governmental Affairs Committee, about this week’s Hill Day, when members of ACCC met with Capitol Hill offices to advocate on behalf of patients. Guest: Sarah Hudson-DiSalle, RPh, PharmD Assistant Director of Infusion Reimbursement The James Cancer Hospital, Columbus, Ohio Issue...
LIVE from AMCCBS: Institute for Comprehensive Cancer Care Services
March 01, 2024 01:19 - 6 minutes - 8.58 MBLive this week from the ACCC 50th Annual Meeting and Cancer Center Business Summit (AMCCBS), CANCER BUZZ interviews Krista Nelson, ACCC past president, about the new Institute for Comprehensive Cancer Care Services and resources for cancer centers to implement these services. Guest: Krista Nelson, MSW, LCSW, OSW-C, FAOSW Program Manager of Quality & Research, Cancer Support Services and Compassion, Providence Health & Services Resources: Comprehensive Care Services Institute...
LIVE from AMCCBS: New Payments for Patient Navigation
February 29, 2024 21:16 - 5 minutes - 7.55 MBLive this week from the ACCC 50th Annual Meeting and Cancer Center Business Summit (AMCCBS), CANCER BUZZ interviews Dr. Mandi Pratt-Chapman about new patient navigation payments. Guest: Mandi Pratt-Chapman, MD Associate Center Director for Community Outreach, Engagement, and Equity Associate Professor of Medicine Associate Professor of Prevention and Community Health George Washington Cancer Center Resources: Patient Navigation FAN Guidelines Asse...
LIVE from AMCCBS: Financial Advocacy Resources
February 29, 2024 00:40 - 7 minutes - 10.9 MBLive this week from the ACCC 50th Annual Meeting and Cancer Center Business Summit (AMCCBS), CANCER BUZZ interviews Wendi Waugh, ACCC financial navigation committee member, about resources for financial advocacy. Guest: Wendi Waugh, BS, RT(R)(T), CMD, CTR Administrative Director, SOMC Cancer Services & Ambulatory Infusion, Southern Ohio Medical Center Resources: ACCC Financial Advocacy Network Financial Advocacy Guidelines Financial Advocacy Toolkit
Making the Case for Head & Neck Cancer Patient Care Navigators
February 20, 2024 11:00 - 13 minutes - 18 MBRecent advancements in treatment and a multimodal approach to care are improving outcomes for patients with head and neck cancer, however access to therapies and unique patient challenges due to disease symptoms, difficulty eating, difficulty communicating, and other psychosocial factors can reduce patient quality of life. In this episode, CANCER BUZZ speaks with Angelea Bruce, RD, CSO, OPN-CG, registered dietician and head and neck program navigator at Sharp Memorial Hospital and Brittne...
The Florez Lab: Increasing Retention and Improving Productivity of Under-Represented in Medicine Trainees
February 15, 2024 11:00 - 6 minutes - 8.99 MBFounded in 2019, this inclusive lab is comprised of 42 members ranging from undergraduates to faculty from 12 different countries, most of whom self-identify as women and/or individuals who are under-represented in medicine. This virtual lab meets monthly to discuss projects, grants, and future collaborations. Joint research efforts focus on professional development of the health care workforce; cancer health disparities; diversity equity, and inclusion in medical education; and social justi...
BRCA Testing Survey Insights: A Multidisciplinary Perspective on Testing and Treatment for Patients with Breast Cancer
February 06, 2024 11:20 - 17 minutes - 24.5 MBHereditary breast cancer is a significant concern, with BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations accounting for many inherited breast cancer cases. However, a 2018 survey by ACCC revealed the underutilization of BRCA testing, showcasing a significant gap in care. In this podcast, Joy Larsen Haidle, Genetic Counselor at North Memorial Health Cancer Center in Robbinsdale, Minnesota, and Lillie Shockney, University Distinguished Service Professor of Breast Cancer, Professor of Surgery at Johns Hopkins Univer...
Championing an Institutional Culture of Well-being in a Post-Pandemic Oncology Workforce
February 01, 2024 11:10 - 4 minutes - 6.69 MB#AdvocateHealth is leading the way in rebuilding its 150,000+ workforce post-pandemic. Recognizing wellness as an institutional imperative and creating a new C-suite role—Enterprise Vice President, Well-Being for All Teammates—underscores this commitment. In this podcast, Mila Felder, MD, FACEP, teases her keynote at the ACCC 50th Annual Meeting & Cancer Center Business Summit, why it’s important to attend this session in person, and what she’s looking forward to most at the meeting. ...
Missed Care Conversations for Patients with DLBCL
December 21, 2023 11:00 - 7 minutes - 9.82 MBDiffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) is an aggressive disease whose management is complex and requires open communication amongst a multidisciplinary care team. It has a high rate of relapse, with up to 40 percent of patients relapsing within the first two years after primary treatment. Management of a patient with DLBCL begins with prognostic evaluation of the disease and assessing the potential adverse effects of treatments. It should be followed by evaluations of physical, physiological...
Community CAR T-Cell Patient Identification Framework
December 14, 2023 11:00 - 6 minutes - 9.25 MBAs the use of chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy continues to expand as an effective treatment for hematologic malignancies, understanding how to identify eligible patients early and implementation of an effective framework for identification can improve care coordination and better prepare community cancer programs for widespread use of CAR T-cell therapy. In this episode, CANCER BUZZ speaks with David L. Porter, MD, director of Cell Therapy and Transplant at Penn Medicine, abou...
The Future of the Patient Experience
November 16, 2023 11:00 - 5 minutes - 7.55 MBThe aging US population is predicted to drive an increase in cancer incidence of almost 50% by 2050. At the same time, some cancer programs face capacity and resource constraints—which will continue to increase as demand for cancer services rises. Many cancer programs are also facing significant challenges with patient access. This podcast explores 4 pillars for creating a differentiated patient experience: access, navigation, digital health, and health equity. The end goal for both cancer p...
Highlights from the ACCC Working Summit: Biomarker Testing – Solutions for EHR Integration
November 09, 2023 18:53 - 6 minutes - 8.42 MBHealth technology performance and integration of electronic health record (EHR) systems—the creation of interfaces between EHRs and reference labs performing biomarker testing— have become critical factors in conducting efficient and equitable biomarker testing at cancer programs nationwide. At ACCC’s 40th Annual National Oncology Conference, an exclusive EHR Working Summit was held to understand barriers to integrating biomarker testing into EHR systems and explore effective practices/worka...
Developing a Disease-Site Specific Oncology Patient Navigation Program
October 19, 2023 10:00 - 5 minutes - 6.96 MBIn 2020, this community-based cancer program started laying the foundation for a disease-site specific oncology patient navigation program that would grow exponentially over the next 2 years. In addition to a rapidly growing patient caseload, nurse navigator responsibilities grew extensively, largely due to increasing physician and system support of the program and role. To date, this 3-person oncology nurse navigator team has received over 2100 referrals from more than 259 providers. Gue...
Germline and Somatic Testing for Ovarian Cancer
October 17, 2023 10:00 - 18 minutes - 25.8 MBSince 2014, the widespread use of germline and somatic testing in gynecologic oncology has dramatically increased. The use of genetic testing can support actionable changes which may influence treatment decisions. Test results can inform risk for other malignancies and prompt preventive screenings for at-risk relatives. Despite an increasing awareness of the benefits of genetic testing, many patients are not receiving consistent or equitable testing. CANCER BUZZ spoke to Melissa Frey, ...
AML Care Coordination in the Community Setting
October 10, 2023 10:00 - 8 minutes - 329 MB VideoCoordination of care for patients diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia, particularly those who are ineligible for transplant, can impact access to specialist care, clinical trials, and cancer programs with advanced capabilities to treat patients with acute myeloid leukemia. In this episode, CANCER BUZZ speaks with Geoffrey Uy, MD, professor of Bone Marrow Transplantation and Leukemia at Washington University’s School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri and Khoan Tuong Vu, MD, hematologist on...
Live from NOC: AI in Precision Oncology
October 06, 2023 20:00 - 4 minutes - 5.64 MBLive this week from the ACCC 40th National Oncology Conference, CANCER BUZZ interviews Doug Flora, MD about AI in Precision Oncology, the first- ever peer-reviewed journal on the topic. The journal shares meaningful information on the evolution of these tools, especially for clinicians and decision makers to help make a case for artificial intelligence. Guest: Doug Flora, MD Editor-in-Chief, AI in Precision Oncology Resources: AI in Precision Oncology ACCC Cancer Diagnostics ...
Live from NOC: Technology Support for Health Care Workforce
October 06, 2023 19:41 - 4 minutes - 6.76 MBThe oncology community is facing staffing shortages across disciplines and specialties, as well as pressure from organizations and individuals for clinicians to practice at the top of their license and nonclinical staff to work at their highest skill set; that’s where technology can help. Live this week from the ACCC 40th National Oncology Conference (NOC), CANCER BUZZ interviews Karline Paul, Associate Operating Officer at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, about the ways technology can ...
Live from NOC: ACCC Priorities for the President’s Cancer Panel
October 06, 2023 01:52 - 5 minutes - 7.13 MBThe science of oncology is rapidly evolving, as cancer programs and practices around the US continue to make cutting-edge discoveries in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. In addition, there is an increased spotlight on the effects social drivers of health have on cancer care delivery, as health equity initiatives continue to permeate the oncology landscape. Building on these successes, NCI released the National Cancer Plan on April 3, 2023. The plan outlines goals designed to support ...
Live from NOC: Recruiting Strategies
October 05, 2023 18:15 - 2 minutes - 3.89 MBLive this week from the ACCC 40th National Oncology Conference (NOC), CANCER BUZZ interviews Debbie Rimmele, Nurse Retention Specialist at the Loyola University Medical Center, about recruiting strategies and her session at the NOC: Looking Under the Hood of the Employment Process. Once candidates are in the hiring queue, there are many internal processes that need to go smoothly to offer potential employees the best experience. These steps in the employment process are critical to ma...
Live from NOC: Leadership for Challenging Times
October 04, 2023 22:23 - 3 minutes - 4.76 MBLive this week from the ACCC 40th National Oncology Conference (NOC), CANCER BUZZ interviews Steve Kennedy, Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Tennessee Oncology, about his session: Leadership Engagement and Sustainment During Challenging Times. The Tennessee Oncology Leadership Academy launched in July 2020 with the purpose of building a culture of collaborative and agile leaders. Since its launch, the academy has enrolled 157 team members, with 88 leaders graduating from th...
Live from NOC: Rural Appalachian Lung Screening Initiative
October 04, 2023 21:27 - 4 minutes - 6.63 MBLive this week from the ACCC 40th National Oncology Conference, CANCER BUZZ interviews Dr. Michael Gieske about best practices to increase lung cancer screenings and ACCC’s Rural Appalachian Lung Screening Initiative. ACCC launched the Appalachian Community Cancer Alliance (the Alliance) in partnership with several state oncology societies representing the Appalachian region. The focus is on improving patient and operational cancer outcomes by identifying effective evidence-based prac...
NOC Preview: Biomarker Testing for Medicaid Beneficiaries
October 03, 2023 20:15 - 6 minutes - 9.6 MBCANCER BUZZ previews the sessions, people and topics of this week’s ACCC 40th National Oncology Conference. We interview Kathy Oubre, MS, CEO of the Pontchartrain Canter Center, about helping patients overcome access barriers to biomarker testing. Guest: Kathy W. Oubre, MS Chief Executive Officer Pontchartrain Cancer Center Hammond, Louisiana Resources: Access to Biomarker Testing - American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network The Road to Comprehensive Biomarker Testi...
NOC Preview: Financial Advocacy Guidelines to Mitigate Financial Toxicity
October 03, 2023 18:42 - 7 minutes - 10 MBCANCER BUZZ previews the sessions, people and topics of this week’s ACCC 40th National Oncology Conference. We interview Dr. Margaret Liang, about ACCC’s Financial Advocacy Network (FAN), and the Financial Advocacy Services guidelines. Guest: Margaret Liang, MD, MSHPM Associate Director, Gynecologic Oncology Fellowship Cedars-Sinai Cancer Center Los Angeles, CA Resources: ACCC Financial Advocacy Network ACCC Financial Advocacy Services Guidelines Financial Advoc...
Examining Shared Decision-Making in Bladder Cancer Care
September 28, 2023 10:00 - 16 minutes - 23.1 MBBladder cancer cases continue to rise regardless of treatment advances. In addition, disparities in bladder cancer persist, especially with respect to race. There is a documented connection between patient demographics and the impact on health outcomes. ACCC launched the Addressing Disparities in Bladder Cancer Care project to help cancer centers apply evidence-based health literacy and shared decision-making principles and strategies to reduce disparities in bladder cancer care. ...
Importance of Clinical Team to Recognize SCLC
September 12, 2023 10:00 - 5 minutes - 7.78 MBIt is important for the cancer team to be able to recognize what a small cell might look like— such as central location of the tumor, bulky adenopathy generally. Sometimes patients present with unexplained weight loss and/or hemoptysis because of the central location of the tumor. It is important to be able to pick up on risk factors and understand the importance from symptoms to diagnosis and diagnosis to treatment. CANCER BUZZ spoke to Adam Fox, MD, Pulmonologist, Medical University of ...
Leveraging Technology to Develop an Express Symptom Management Program & Prevent Oncology ED Visits
September 07, 2023 10:00 - 5 minutes - 7.1 MBThis cancer program used a business intelligence-enabled dashboard to collect and analyze data on emergency department (ED) visits, admits, and discharges. These data were then used to improve patient triage and evaluation through development of an Express Symptom Management program. After targeted in-service training and education to clinical teams and patients on utilization of the new program, only 2% of patients needed to be seen in the ED, with the rest receiving symptom management by ...
Strategies to Address Regional Barriers to Care in CLL
August 31, 2023 10:00 - 5 minutes - 169 MB VideoAs geography and regional differences can play a major role in disparities in cancer care, learn how cancer programs can collaborate with local community outreach organizations to improve access to care and support underserved populations. In this episode, CANCER BUZZ speaks with Farrukh T. Awan, MD, MS, professor of Internal Medicine and director of Lymphoid Malignancies at the Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, about their approa...
Combatting Caregiver Isolation Through Awareness and Education
August 29, 2023 10:00 - 5 minutes - 7.2 MBIsolation is a common concern among caregivers. Studies show that 40% to 70% of family caregivers experience clinical symptoms of depression. The lack of social interaction and stimulation from individuals other than their care recipient, especially when cognitive impairment is present, can be an undeniable trigger for loneliness. Addressing isolation is critical and any way that caregivers can connect with peers, professional support, and friend/colleague support networks is a priority. ...
The Role of the Clinical Trials Navigator
August 28, 2023 10:00 - 5 minutes - 7.18 MBAdding a clinical trials navigator to this practice team required a business case that demonstrated return on investment. After a successful onboarding, this navigator is now the point person to help identify patients appropriate for clinical trials and to help busy clinicians with enrollment criteria and trial selection. Guest: Carrie Friedman, BSN, RN, OCN Clinical Trials Navigator Virginia Cancer Specialists, PC “The number of physicians across all our sites that a...
Collaborative Care: A Model for Embedding Counseling in Oncology and Palliative Care
August 24, 2023 09:00 - 5 minutes - 6.95 MBLipson Cancer Institute adapted the University of Washington’s Collaborative Care model to embed counseling services into oncology and palliative care across 6 clinic locations. This model allows patients with cancer to receive counseling for depression, anxiety, and other psycho-social concerns while in active treatment and survivorship, eliminating many barriers to care. Counseling is provided in-person or virtually, ensuring that critical support and mental health care are accessible to ...
Practical Tips for Providers to Empower Caregivers
August 22, 2023 10:00 - 4 minutes - 6.51 MBEvery day caregivers face emotional, physical, and logistical challenges caring for their loved ones. But what about the toll on the caregivers themselves? Ensuring empowered caregivers involves educating and informing them, engaging them in planning and decision-making, and reassuring them that their role is manageable and worthwhile. Any steps providers can take to combat the invisibility of caregivers is important. This can range from simply acknowledging the caregiver's presence in med...
Standardizing Comprehensive Biomarker Testing in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
August 17, 2023 10:00 - 5 minutes - 7.06 MBWhile next-generation sequencing is recommended by the National Comprehensive Cancer Network for biomarker testing for all patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), uptake among community oncology programs and practices is suboptimal. To standardize comprehensive biomarker testing in patients with NSCLC, Oncology Hematology Care, Inc., developed and implemented a 1-year quality improvement (QI) project that included custom data reports and monitoring dashboards to ensure pr...
There is No One-Size-Fits-All Care Plan for Caregivers
August 15, 2023 10:00 - 5 minutes - 7.3 MBThe rapid evolution of cancer care delivery toward multi-agent regimens, oral and/or combination therapies, and at-home treatment administration has made cancer caregiving extremely complex. The Caregiver Clinic at Memorial Sloan Kettering provides support to people who are having difficulty coping with the demands of being a caregiver. The purpose of this clinic is to help individuals maximize their ability to provide care to loved ones while attending to their own self-care, needs, and o...
e-Consults for Immune-Related Toxicities Improve Patient Access and Reduce Costs
August 10, 2023 10:00 - 6 minutes - 8.56 MBBetween 4% to 15% of patients with cancer who are treated with a class of medications called immune checkpoint inhibitors experience immune-related adverse events (irAEs), including hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and insulin-deficient diabetes. Delayed access, diagnosis, and management of irAEs are often causes of preventable hospital admissions in cancer patients. At Duke Cancer Institute, the implementation of electronic-consults for patients experiencing endocrine irAEs improved patie...