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Chapter 2: Treatment-related Adverse Events Introduction: In the past few years, several new targeted therapies have been added to the treatment landscape for HER2+ breast cancer.1 While effective, these therapies can have significant toxicities that need to be closely managed. In this activity, participants will examine solutions for monitoring and managing treatment-related adverse events …
Self-Study Chapter 1: Advanced HER2-Positive Breast Cancer Select Treatment Options Introduction In this activity, participants will review sequencing of HER2-directed therapies, recognize the frequency of brain metastases, and explore the use of HER2-directed therapies in women with brain metastases. Pre Test A 54-year-old post-menopausal woman presents with de novo metastatic …
Although community-based psychological first aid training is most often provided to prepare for front-line emergencies, Avera Cancer Institute recognized the potential for this training to help foster a culture of resilience and mutual support.
Cancer screenings may have decreased since the pandemic, but the need for them hasn't. “You can continue to do the work you’re doing; we just need to be mindful," says Nora Katurakes, RN, MSN, OCN. "We can’t just stop living. … We’re going to have to learn how to live with COVID-19 in our community.”
PATIENT PERCEPTIONS OF BIOMARKER TESTING A mixed-methods approach to understand the patient experience related to biomarker testing for NSCLC APPENDIX A: Patient Survey 1. To confirm, are you a 1. A lung cancer patient/survivor 2. Caregiver or former caregiver to a lung cancer patent TERMINATE 3. Neither TERMINATE 2. What is your age? ________ [PROGRAM OPEN END RANGE …
PATIENT PERCEPTIONS OF BIOMARKER TESTING A mixed-methods approach to understand the patient experience related to biomarker testing for NSCLC APPENDIX B: Focus Group Guide 1. Introductions and Orientation to Online Meeting (5 MINS) a. Explanation of research b. Assurance of neutrality c. Orientation to online meeting platform d. Discussion rules e. Confidentiality/Observation/Recording …
Rockville, MD — The Association of Community Cancer Centers (ACCC) announced today the release of consensus-driven recommendations to improve diversity, equity, and accessibility in cancer research. “The ACORI Summit jumpstarted critical conversations on health equity in cancer care research, including the roles—and responsibilities—oncology programs and practices have to carry out equitable and accessible …
In this episode, hear from two experts in cancer immunotherapy on the exciting potential of TIL Cell Therapy in melanoma and beyond.
ASSOCIATION OF COMMUNITY CANCER CENTERS 2021 PATIENT ASSISTANCE & REIMBURSEMENT GUIDE 17 Medicaid Program Financial Navigation Flowchart No Insurance Medicare: Eligible (Age 65/Retired/ Disabled) Medicare: Age 65 and retired with a Medicare Supplemental Plan Medicare: Advantage Plan (Age 65/Retired/ Disabled) Other Government Programs …
Relational work does not require a doctor’s orders, but without it there is no humanity in the delivery of patient care. Nurses who do not have time to deliver relational care can become unfulfilled, disappointed with their work, and burned out—the altruism for which many of them entered the profession gone.
This publication is a benefit of membership Association of Community Cancer Centers Vol. 37 | No. 1 | 2022 Integrating Spiritual Care in the Outpatient Oncology Setting | 50 Improving the Culture of Your Cancer Center, One Idea at a Time | 36 Adapting a Psychological First Aid Program in the COVID-19 Era | 30 ISSUES ONCOLOGY Association of Community Cancer Centers A Primary …
This article explores Johns Hopkins University’s unique approach to recruiting specialists outside the field of oncology to participate in its virtual immune-related Toxicity Team.
fast facts Are We at Risk of a Physician Turnover Epidemic? • Nearly 70% of physicians surveyed say they are actively disengaged from their employers. • 54% of physicians surveyed said COVID-19 has changed their employment plans. • Of those 54%, half (50%) are considering leaving for a new healthcare employer, 21% said they may hang up their white coat for early …
This cancer program needed to build an organizational and operational structure that would support change and encourage adoption and growth. The answer: the Daily Improvement Program.
The Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (HOPPS) for calendar year 2022.
In 2021, ACCC held a series of focus groups to learn how cancer programs are effectively implementing telehealth to manage symptoms and treatment side effects, deliver psychosocial screening and support services, and provide genetic counseling and testing.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and the American Medical Association's (AMA's) finalized coding updates for calendar year 2022.
As precision medicine becomes more common in the management of lung cancer, little is understood about the patient experience with biomarker testing, particularly of underserved patients. This study used survey and focus group methodology to determine patient perspectives on the educational needs within this community.
In the absence of a successor to the Oncology Care Model (OCM), the future looks bleak.
Under ACORI, ACCC helps community oncology programs access the tools, knowledge sharing, effective practices, and peer mentorships that can increase their ability to offer clinical trials.