CANCER BUZZ
227 episodes - English - Latest episode: 20 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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Supportive Care in Radiation Oncology
September 21, 2021 10:00 - 6 minutes - 5.95 MBAt Stanford Health Care, an experienced licensed clinical social worker with oncology certification has developed a full-time behavioral health role within the organization’s large radiation oncology department, including leading the self-care segment for the department’s internal podcast. By creating this staff podcast, Stanford Health Care’s Radiation Oncology Department came up with a way to bring staff together, get to know each other a little better, acknowledge the emotional and ...
Financial Advocacy Playbook
September 16, 2021 11:54 - 11 minutes - 1.34 GB VideoFinancial advocacy is a complex field of work that requires advocates keep up with the evolving healthcare landscape of payer policies, cancer treatment options, available financial assistance, and more. To support new—and experienced—staff who preform financial advocacy services, the ACCC Financial Advocacy Network created the “Ready, Set, Go! Financial Advocacy Playbook.” In this episode, we discuss the great need this robust resource fills in helping relieve financial toxicity, so patients...
Coping with Pandemic Grief
September 14, 2021 10:00 - 7 minutes - 6.6 MBIn this special podcast episode, we talk with oncology social worker and ACCC President Krista Nelson, MSW, LCSW, OSW-C, FAOSW, about the overwhelming grief of the pandemic and its toll on cancer care professionals. She reflects on how healthcare professionals are coping with fear and processing grief, and the signs of grief that people should look for in themselves. Krista shares the importance of self-awareness and being vulnerable, and learning how to voice one’s needs during this stres...
CLL, COVID-19, & Why Patient Registries Matter
August 31, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBDuring the summer months of 2021, community transmission rates of COVID-19 have again surged across the U.S. People with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and other blood cancers, who are immunocompromised, face added risk from COVID-19 and need more information on vaccine and booster shot efficacy. In this episode, Gwen Nichols, MD, Chief Medical Officer, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), explains how patients are helping researchers discover these answers through participation in t...
Integrating Advanced Practitioners into Research
August 03, 2021 10:00 - 7 minutes - 7.17 MBWhile most cancer programs in the United States report that they employ advanced practitioners (APs), they are often not utilized to the full scope of their abilities in clinical research. In this episode, Beth Faiman, PhD, MSN, APRN-BC, AOCN, FAAN, shares the evolution of the advanced practitioner role at her institution, where APs have a larger voice in the research process and clinical trial protocols, serve as champions to advocate for patients and research staff, and collaborate with the...
Implementing a Transportation Hub
July 29, 2021 12:53 - 15 minutes - 1.77 GB VideoA physician and administrator champion at Cone Health Cancer Center talk about why it’s more important than ever to make transportation assistance available to patients with cancer and how these services help improve health outcomes and the patient experience. Hear how an awareness of social determinants of health can improve health equity and reduce disparities, and how to make the business case to gain buy-in from hospital and healthcare leadership. For those looking to implement a simil...
Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia: Navigating Uncertainty
July 22, 2021 13:09 - 14 minutes - 1.63 GB VideoAs pandemic restrictions begin to loosen in many communities across the country, patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) face greater uncertainty in this “new normal” due to their increased risk for contracting COVID-19 and a lower response rate to the vaccine. On this episode, three clinicians discuss their experiences with difficult conversations on the relative risks and benefits around treatment decisions, engaging the entire cancer team in shared decision-making with patien...
Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia: Navigating Uncertainty
July 22, 2021 13:09 - 14 minutes - 1.63 GB VideoAs pandemic restrictions begin to loosen in many communities across the country, patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) face greater uncertainty in this “new normal” due to their increased risk for contracting COVID-19 and a lower response rate to the vaccine. On this episode, three clinicians discuss their experiences with difficult conversations on the relative risks and benefits around treatment decisions, engaging the entire cancer team in shared decision-making with pati...
A Summer of Disconnect for Cancer Professionals
July 20, 2021 10:00 - 7 minutes - 7.01 MBOn this CANCER BUZZ podcast, we focus on the mental and emotional toll the pandemic continues to have on cancer care professionals who acknowledge that we’re not on the other side of the pandemic—while much of the public experiences a “summer of joy” due to rising vaccination rates. This week’s guest is Krista Nelson, MSW, LCSW, OSW-C, FAOSW, oncology social worker and ACCC President. She explains the concerns of cancer care professionals who continue to deal with the challenges of caring for...
Advanced Practitioners’ Role in Research
July 13, 2021 10:00 - 5 minutes - 5.46 MBIn this episode, we'll explore how oncology advanced practitioners (APs) can play a greater role in clinical research and, according to a recent national study, have a strong interest in doing so. Hear how APs can leverage their deep role in the day-to-day cancer care decisions to improve diversity in clinical trials by bringing their experience to trial design and the accrual process. Guest: Christa Braun-Inglis, MS, APRN, FNP-BC, AONP Nurse Practitioner and Clinical Researcher University of...
Oncology Billing & Coding Fundamentals
July 06, 2021 10:00 - 7 minutes - 6.57 MBTo get paid for oncology services rendered, correct coding and billing are essential. For oncology leaders, this means paying attention to the big picture, as well as keeping up with ongoing policy and regulatory changes. In this episode, Teri Bedard covers current Medicare supervisory oversight requirements, why site of service matters, and where to go for “need to know” oncology coding and billing updates. Guest: Teri Bedard, BA, RT(R)(T), CPC Executive Director, Client and Corpora...
CLL Patient Education in Transitional Times
June 29, 2021 10:00 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MBThe COVID-19 pandemic has affected treatment planning and shared decision-making for individuals with chronic lymphocytic leukemia. In this episode, we'll discuss how patient education has become even more critical as the pandemic recedes and restrictions loosen. Hear specific tactics to help patients better retain and ensure understanding of what is communicated during their education appointments, and effective practices to support patients with CLL through this new world of uncertainty...
The IT Professional as a Multidisciplinary Team Member
June 24, 2021 11:02 - 6 minutes - 761 MB VideoThe COVID-19 pandemic propelled rapid uptake of telehealth across healthcare. In this episode, we talk with an experienced cancer center information technology (IT) professional about how the role of the IT professional in quality, patient-centered cancer care delivery and what lies ahead. Guest: Brian Dunn Unified Communications Engineer for Tele-Oncology UVA Health, Karen S. Rheuban Center for Telehealth, Telehealth Operations Related Content: Adoption and Expansion of Telehealt...
The IT Professional as a Multidisciplinary Team Member
June 24, 2021 11:02 - 6 minutes - 761 MB VideoThe COVID-19 pandemic propelled rapid uptake of telehealth across healthcare. In this episode, we talk with an experienced cancer center information technology (IT) professional about how the role of the IT professional in quality, patient-centered cancer care delivery and what lies ahead. Guest: Brian Dunn Unified Communications Engineer for Tele-Oncology UVA Health, Karen S. Rheuban Center for Telehealth, Telehealth Operations Related Content: Adoption and Expansion of Telehea...
Advancing Clinical Trial Equity
June 15, 2021 10:00 - 7 minutes - 6.69 MBIncreasing diversity and equity in clinical trials will require buy-in and commitment from all stakeholders in the research enterprise. In this episode, Colleen Lewis, MSN, ANP-BC, AOCNP, talks about the critical role oncology advanced practitioners can play in moving the needle on equity and inclusion in cancer clinical trials. In spring 2021, ACCC and Harborside hosted a Virtual Summit to Define on the Role Oncology Advanced Practitioners in Equitable Cancer Care Delivery. Each summi...
Myeloma Care Strategies & COVID-19
June 03, 2021 15:14 - 12 minutes - 1.37 GB VideoAs COVID-19 vaccinations increase, mask mandates recede, and pandemic-related restrictions ease, multiple myeloma care teams and patients are moving through transitioning environments—in the clinic, at home, and in their community. In this episode, insights from specialists in multiple myeloma care point to resources and tools that may help providers and patients move smoothly through this time of transition while maintaining high quality care. Three providers with deep expertise in multip...
Myeloma Care Strategies & COVID-19
June 03, 2021 15:14 - 12 minutes - 1.37 GB VideoAs COVID-19 vaccinations increase, mask mandates recede, and pandemic-related restrictions ease, multiple myeloma care teams and patients are moving through transitioning environments—in the clinic, at home, and in their community. In this episode, insights from specialists in multiple myeloma care point to resources and tools that may help providers and patients move smoothly through this time of transition while maintaining high quality care. Three providers with deep expertise in multip...
Real-World Lessons from COVID-19
May 27, 2021 02:26 - 12 minutes - 1.44 GB VideoOn this inaugural episode of CANCER BUZZ TV, we sat down with ACCC President Krista Nelson, an oncology social worker at Providence Cancer Institute, where she shared how her personal experiences during the pandemic—and those of her colleagues and patients—deeply impacted her and influenced the development of her 2021-2022 ACCC President’s Theme, ‘Real-World Lessons from COVID-19: Driving Oncology Care Forward.’ Guest: Krista Nelson, MSW, LCSW, OSW-C, FAOSW ACCC 2021-2022 President Prog...
Collaboration and Innovation in the Time of COVID-19
May 25, 2021 10:00 - 7 minutes - 6.81 MBWhen COVID-19 started to spread across the country, Montefiore Health System in the Bronx, New York, was at the epicenter, with more than 4,000 simultaneously hospitalized patients at one point. On this episode of CANCER BUZZ, we’ll delve into the dramatic changes in care delivery this medical center underwent during the pandemic, lessons learned along the way that will help pave their way forward, and how the spirit of collaboration and innovation that emerged in 2020 will remain long aft...
Impact of COVID-19 on Revenue Optimization
May 18, 2021 10:00 - 7 minutes - 6.49 MBOn this episode of the CANCER BUZZ podcast, we’ll explore the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the financial health of cancer programs and practices across the country, from lower patient volume and screening interventions and decreased revenue streams. Guest: Douglas B. Flora, MD, LSSBB, Executive Medical Director, Oncology Services, St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Independence, Kentucky Related Content: Trending Now in Cancer Care Resources COVID-19 Resource Center Health Equity, Res...
COVID-19 Challenges: Managing Patients with CLL
May 11, 2021 10:00 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBThis episode of CANCER BUZZ explores challenges related to COVID-19 vaccination in patients with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) and as pandemic restrictions are lifted, considerations for keeping these patients as safe as possible. Guest: Christopher D'Andrea, PA-C, Physician Assistant, Cleveland Clinic, Taussig Cancer Center Webinars Learning from COVID-19: Coping Strategies for CLL Providers & Patients Thursday, May 20, 2021, 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM EDT The pandemic has heighten...
What Comes Next for Telehealth?
April 27, 2021 10:00Long lagging in acceptance from providers, patients, and payers, telehealth has undergone a renaissance in use due tothe COVID-19 pandemic, enabling millions of peopleto receive care remotely for the first time. Patient advocates who had lobbied for the reimbursement of remote care for years saw a drastic reversal of policies, with public and private payers suspending their rules which had previously limited reimbursement for telehealth. Now that the pandemic appears to be ebbing in parts of...
What You Need to Know about Liquid Biopsy
March 30, 2021 10:00 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBFive years ago, the FDA approved the first liquid biopsy test for use in patients with cancer, providing cancer teams and patients a less invasive and more efficient way to detect disease. But liquid biopsies aren’t cheap, and reimbursement for them can be unpredictable and confusing. On this episode of CANCER BUZZ, learn about the current clinical applications of liquid biopsies, associated reimbursement issues, and what you can do to implement these tests at your program. Guests: J. N...
The Spiritual Side of Cancer Care
March 09, 2021 11:00 - 6 minutes - 5.7 MBSpiritual care teams can play a significant role in helping patients with cancer manage their fear and find a sense of peace. On this mini-podcast, learn why spiritual care is essential to comprehensive, high-quality cancer care, and discover how the administration of spiritual services has changed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Guest: Rev. Lori A. McKinley, MDiv, BCC, Chaplain; Director of Mission, Mercy Health Related Content: Journeying Beyond the Physical: Addressing a Patient’s Sp...
Telehealth & Genetics During COVID-19
February 23, 2021 11:00 - 18 minutes - 17 MBSince the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, telehealth has become a much wider practice, enabling millions to receive care at home. Genetic screening, testing, and counseling are particularly amenable to telehealth, but their future remains to be seen. On this episode of CANCER BUZZ, we look at how genetic healthcare services have adapted to virtual delivery, and what challenges face its widespread use after the pandemic is over. Guest: Feyi Olopade Ayodele, MBA, Chief Executive Officer, Can...
End-of-Life Health Disparities
February 16, 2021 11:00 - 7 minutes - 6.99 MBPalliative care isn’t just about the end of life, it’s also about improving the quality of life for patients and caregivers—but challenges exist for minority groups in accessing palliative services. On this mini-podcast, learn about the cultural and logistical barriers to end-of-life health equity and discover strategies that programs can implement to both address palliative care earlier in the care continuum and reduce health disparities. Guest: Cardinale Smith, MD, PhD, Associate Profess...
Cultural Humility & Sensitivity
February 02, 2021 11:00 - 6 minutes - 5.72 MBFrom unethical experimentation to systematic exclusion, racism has played a terrible role in the development of American healthcare. On this mini-podcast, we discuss how the legacy of clinical trials continues to affect today’s research, and share strategies for cancer programs to effectively communicate with underrepresented and marginalized populations. Guest: Christopher Lathan, MD, MS, MPH, Medical Director, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute at St. Elizabeth's Medical Center; Associate Med...
Tracking Patient Adherence to Oral Anti-Cancer Medications
January 26, 2021 11:00 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBOral anti-cancer medications are one of the most important recent developments in oncology: less invasive than infusions, able to be taken at home, and offering more independence to patients. But if treatment isn’t coordinated properly, issues with safety and adherence can impact patient outcomes. On this episode of CANCER BUZZ, learn how the entire cancer care team can help in promoting safe oral anti-cancer medication adherence by bridging gaps in patient education, management and monito...
Building Trust with Marginalized Groups
January 19, 2021 11:00 - 7 minutes - 6.43 MBIn healthcare, Implicit and unconscious bias can manifest in many ways. On this mini-podcast, discover what steps cancer programs can take to build trust with patients from marginalized and underrepresented groups and ensure a more equitable and accessible healthcare environment. Guest: Nadine Barrett, PhD, MA, MS, Director, Office of Health Equity and Disparities, Duke Cancer Institute; Director, Duke Community Connections Core, Duke CTSA Related Content: Community Outreach to Address...
LGBTQ+ Patients with Cancer
January 12, 2021 11:00 - 6 minutes - 5.74 MBSexual and gender minority patients with cancer experience health disparities that impact access to screening and treatment—and can have worse outcomes as a result. On this mini-podcast, we explore the barriers and challenges that LGBTQ+ patients with cancer face, and how cancer programs can make their care more inclusive. Guest: Rosemary Thomas, MPH, CHES, Director of Operations, Penn Medicine Center for Health Equity; Associate Director, Penn Med Program for LGBTQ Health Related Conten...
Telehealth After COVID-19
December 29, 2020 11:00 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBLong lagging in acceptance from providers, payers, and patients, telehealth has undergone a renaissance in 2020, enabling millions of people to receive healthcare in the safety of their homes when it was too dangerous to venture outside. Now that the genie is out of the bottle, the healthcare industry wants to know: What is the future of telehealth in a post-pandemic world? In this episode of CANCER BUZZ, we discuss how healthcare providers and policymakers can work together to pave the fu...
Supporting Caregivers During COVID-19
December 22, 2020 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.95 MBFriends, family, and loved ones are essential parts of a patient’s support system, but COVID-19 has altered their access to the care process and to care providers. On this mini-podcast, learn how the role of caregivers has changed during the pandemic, and how the cancer team can provide caregivers with guidance on taking care of patients with cancer. Guest: Lawrence D. Wagman, MD, Surgical Oncologist, Medical Director, City of Hope National Medical Center Related Content: Patient Navig...
Psychosocial Oncology Services During COVID-19
December 15, 2020 11:00 - 6 minutes - 6.08 MBThe COVID-19 pandemic has affected every corner of American cancer care—including psychosocial services. On this mini-podcast, we explore how patients are dealing with the "new normal,” and how oncology social workers, psychologists, and psychiatrists are working to help them through an unprecedented time. Guest: Jeffrey Kendall, PsyD, LP, Director of Oncology Support Services, University of Minnesota Medical Center Related Content: Mini-Podcast: COVID-19 Conversations with Patients ...
The Promise of Bispecific Antibodies
November 24, 2020 11:00 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MBThe redirection of T cells against tumors holds significant promise for the treatment of cancer. Two main approaches for T-cell redirection involve their genetic modification with chimeric antigen receptors (CAR) or the use of bispecific antibodies that can bind to two different antigens simultaneously. On this episode of CANCER BUZZ, learn about these promising breakthroughs, the challenges facing their widespread use, and what your cancer team needs to know about the future of cancer tre...
Lung Cancer Screening During COVID-19
November 17, 2020 11:00 - 6 minutes - 5.77 MBAs part of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, we take a look at how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted lung screenings across the country and how oncology teams are adapting their outreach and education to reach as many people as possible. Guest: Jennifer Aversano, MSN, RN, OCN, BMTCN, Oncology Nurse Navigator, Oncology Administration; Lung Cancer Screening Navigator, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Related Content: ACCC Cancer Types: Lung Cancer Project: Fostering Excellence in Care an...
Managing Oral Anti-Cancer Medications
November 10, 2020 11:00 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBAs the number of oral anti-cancer medications continues to grow, so do new challenges in education, care delivery, and patient adherence to treatment. Additionally, dispensing requirements from manufacturers, payers, and regulators continue to change as healthcare transitions to a value-based care environment. On this episode of CANCER BUZZ, learn about the role of the interdisciplinary cancer team in managing oral chemotherapy for patients with cancer. Discover how one cancer program has ...
Lung Cancer Awareness Month
November 03, 2020 11:00 - 6 minutes - 5.81 MBOn this mini-podcast, we mark the beginning of Lung Cancer Awareness Month by looking at the present landscape for the diagnosis and treatment of one of the most common cancers in the world. Guest: Deepti Behl, MD, Medical Director, Sutter Institute for Medical Research; Medical Director, Thoracic Oncology, Sutter Medical Center Related Content: ACCC Cancer Types: Lung Cancer Improving Care Coordination: A Model for Lung Cancer Eating the Elephant ASTRO Abstract: Learnings from ...
Shared Decision-Making
October 27, 2020 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBShared decision-making occurs when patients collaborate with their care teams to agree on a health decision that involves multiple treatment options. When patients actively participate in the decision-making process, they are more satisfied with their care and are more likely to follow their treatment plans. However, that process isn’t easy—effective and compassionate communication requires strategic thinking. On this episode of CANCER BUZZ, learn about effective tools to understand a pati...
Biosimilars: What Patients Need to Know
October 20, 2020 10:00 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBWhen biosimilars were first introduced in the U.S. in 2015, it was expected that they would deliver equally effective treatment to patients as their reference products, at a reduced cost for cancer programs and patients. However, it can be difficult to explain to patients that biosimilars may be their best—and most cost-effective—option. On this episode of CANCER BUZZ, Miami Cancer Institute shares their unique approach to patient understanding: a biosimilars education course that explains...
Improving Community Clinical Trial Participation
October 13, 2020 10:00 - 5 minutes - 5.13 MBLack of community participation in cancer clinical trials has long been an issue, as has a lack of diversity among participants. On this CANCER BUZZ mini-podcast, learn about the importance of reaching diverse populations with clinical trials where they live and how one clinical trial has prioritized community engagement. Guest: Alex Spira, MD, PhD, FACP, Medical Oncologist; Director, VCS Research Institute & Phase I Trial Program, Virginia Cancer Specialists Related Content: A Focus...
Financial Barriers to Biomarker Testing
September 29, 2020 10:00 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBThe advent of biomarker testing has brought targeted cancer treatment to more patients than ever before. However, these tests require a collaborative effort from a number of specialists—and that means a high price tag. Additionally, private payers have different reimbursement structures that change frequently, resulting in lengthy pre-authorization periods. On this episode of CANCER BUZZ, we speak to two financial navigators about their roles helping patients and providers understand the o...
Closing the Gender Gap in Oncology
September 08, 2020 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBThe gender gap in healthcare leadership is well documented. In the oncology discipline, the divide is even wider—according to a recent survey, less than half of academic medical oncology programs have a woman in a leadership position, and that number decreases further for radiation and surgical oncology programs. On this episode of CANCER BUZZ, learn how the Livestrong Cancer Institutes and Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin are reaching out to young women in high sc...
Immunotherapy & Dermatology
August 25, 2020 10:00 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MBFor patients undergoing treatment with cancer immunotherapy, immune-related adverse events most often present on the skin and can be so severe that patients opt to discontinue treatment. On this episode of CANCER BUZZ, we look at dermatology’s role in the cancer care continuum and how cancer teams can better integrate dermatology into the immunotherapy care process. Guest: Joshua Arbesman, MD, Dermatologist, Cleveland Clinic Related Content: ACCC Immuno-Oncology Institute Supportiv...
Lessons Learned from COVID-19
August 18, 2020 10:00 - 7 minutes - 6.9 MBThe coronavirus pandemic has forced adjustments to all aspects of healthcare. On this episode of CANCER BUZZ, we look at recent adaptations in oncology—and how some of these changes can actually make cancer care stronger moving forward. Guest: Randall A. Oyer, MD, Medical Director, Oncology Program, Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health; 2020-2021 ACCC President Related Content: ACCC COVID-19 Resource Center Mini-Podcast: COVID-19 & Telemedicine Webcast: ASCO Survey on COVID-19...
Understanding COVID-19 Data
August 11, 2020 10:00 - 5 minutes - 5.48 MBDiagnoses of the six most prevalent cancers have decreased sharply, according to recent reports—indicative of big changes to oncology during the pandemic. On this mini-podcast, we look at the latest data on the effects of COVID-19 on cancer practices and explore how you can adapt to changes in oncology business. Guest: Jennifer Webster, MS, Vice President of Analytics and Data Solutions, Integra Connect Related Content: ACCC COVID-19 Resource Center Webcast: Risk Stratification for...
Surgical Oncology During COVID-19
August 04, 2020 10:00 - 7 minutes - 7.09 MBOn this mini-podcast, learn how surgical oncology has been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic and how programs are adapting to fluctuations in staff availability and patient volume. Guest: Lawrence Wagman, MD, Surgical Oncologist, City of Hope Medical Center; Regional Medical Director, City of Hope, Inland Empire Program Related Content: ACCC COVID-19 Resource Center Webcast: Risk Stratification for Cancer Patients During COVID-19 Webcast: Optimizing Staffing Strategies Amid C...
Reducing Cancer Drug Waste
July 28, 2020 10:00 - 17 minutes - 15.7 MBThis year, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services reported that of the top ten discarded drugs reimbursed by Medicare Part B in 2018, six were cancer medications, totaling 330 million dollars. On this episode of CANCER BUZZ, learn about the ways cancer programs are working to reduce drug waste and curb the rising cost of cancer care. Guest: Anthony Boyd, PharmD, BCPS, Pharmacy Manager, Oncology, Cleveland Clinic Related Content: ACCC Oncology Pharmacy Education Network Waste No...
Cancer Screening During COVID-19
July 21, 2020 10:00 - 7 minutes - 7.11 MBThe effect of delayed cancer screenings due to COVID-19 has the potential to put tens of thousands of lives at risk. On this mini-podcast, learn how some cancer programs are finding creative ways to engage patients and adapt screening programs during these difficult times. Guest: Renea Duffin, MPA, Vice President of Cancer Support and Outreach, Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center Related Content: ACCC COVID-19 Resource Center Mini-Podcast: COVID-19 Testing Strategies Mini-Podcast: D...
The Needs of Younger Adults with Cancer
July 14, 2020 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBWhen a person between the ages of 30 and 50 is diagnosed with cancer, they face unique personal challenges—and a care continuum that wasn’t necessarily designed for them. On this episode of CANCER BUZZ, author and cancer survivor Laura Holmes Haddad shares how her battle with breast cancer changed her perception of the resources available to younger adults with cancer, and what cancer programs can do to meet their needs. Guest: Laura Holmes Haddad, author, This Is Cancer: Everything You Ne...
Staff Resiliency During COVID-19
July 07, 2020 10:00 - 5 minutes - 4.73 MBOn this mini-podcast, ACCC President-Elect Krista Nelson shares how Providence Cancer Institute has made staff resiliency and morale a priority during the COVID-19 pandemic, and offers resources you can use at your program. Guest: Krista Nelson, MSW, LCSW, OSW-C, BCD, Program Manager of Quality & Research, Cancer Support Services & Compassion, Providence Cancer Institute; 2020-2021 ACCC President-Elect Related Content: ACCC COVID-19 Resource Center Mini-Podcast: COVID-19 Self-Care ...