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In the wake of the Supreme Court’s recent decision on Dobbs overturning its 1973 ruling on Roe v. Wade, the Association of Community Cancer Centers (ACCC) has become increasingly concerned with the impact this decision may have on patients with cancer and their care teams.
April 13, 2022
This webinar will review how the steps in the life cycle of a patient specimen can affect its molecular integrity and molecular analysis results. Our expert speaker will define the roles of stewardship across the specimen chain of custody, discuss common factors that compromise specimen fitness for molecular testing, and describe solutions to improve preanalytics and tissue stewardship.
November 7, 2024
Hosted by: Unity Point Health® Iowa Methodist Medical Center Join this event taking place this November in Des Moines! This meeting is intended for healthcare professionals who care for cancer patients. The purpose of this event is to enable the learner to apply the latest advances in the care of cancer patients, including medical, surgical, and symptom management. Learn more and register today!
February 6, 2020
Presenters: Omid Hamid, MD, The Angeles Clinic & Research Institute Mark Faries, MD, The Angeles Clinic & Research Institute An informative discussion on the data regarding the epidemiology of cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (cSCC) and the potential preventative strategies for skin cancer including cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma; modern, multidisciplinary options available for local and …
New CANCER BUZZ Podcast Just Released Rockville, MD—Meeting the needs of cancer program staff to ultimately improve patient outcomes is at the heart of the presidential themes of the Association of Community Cancer Centers (ACCC) current and immediate past president. The topic is explored in the latest CANCER BUZZ podcast episode. This week’s CANCER BUZZ episode features outgoing ACCC President, Krista …
October 4, 2021
Join us at the virtual Multidisciplinary Summit on Treating Advanced Prostate Cancer in the Community Setting on Monday, October 4, 2021. Open to all members on the cancer care team, the Summit will explore practical solutions to improve the care of patients with advanced prostate cancer. We'll identify barriers to shared decision-making and propose new ways to better educate patients about their about …
December 13, 2022
Learn about the key policy changes finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in the CY 2023 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) and Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) final rules. Speakers will discuss how these reimbursement changes will impact oncology programs and practices starting January 1, 2023, and identify other legislative and regulatory updates …
Last week in Las Vegas, the Association of Community Cancer Centers (ACCC) co-hosted the 2017 Cancer Center Business Summit, a two-day conference focused on how the business of oncology is being transformed by the dual drivers of science and technology. Featured speakers and panelists from cancer programs, technology innovators, patient advocate groups, and payers came together to explore how new technology …
Despite the havoc it has caused, our continuously unfolding public health emergency has given us hope that some elusive policy initiatives are now not the stretch they once were.
July 29, 2020
Financial advocacy experts will come together to discuss critical financial advocacy tips that can benefit your patients and your cancer program during the economic crisis resulting from the pandemic. (July 29, 2020)
Dr. Olalekan Ajayi has dedicated his 2023-2024 ACCC President's Theme to the oncology workforce—mentoring a new generation of leaders and diversifying cancer care teams to ensure better representation of the different communities within which patients live.
January 28, 2023
In its eighth year running, attend the Wisconsin Review of the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS) and participate in interactive sessions—led by some of the nation's leading breast cancer experts—as they share innovative advances in research and explore how these breakthroughs will impact clinical practice across Wisconsin. Whether you are unable to attend the SABCS in December, are looking …
By Deirdre Saulet of the Advisory Board Note: This article was originally published on May 13, 2020 by the Advisory Board on Oncology Rounds Welcome to "Field Report," a new series where Advisory Board experts weigh in on what they are hearing from health care organizations across the county. In this edition, Deirdre Saulet shares findings from recent networking forums with cancer program leaders …
ROCKVILLE, Md. – Patricia Layton, RN, BSN, was presented with the Association of Community Cancer Centers’ 2015 Clinical Research Award in recognition of her contributions to research that has significantly and positively impacted oncology patients, their families, and the community. ACCC President Steven D’Amato, BSPharm, BCOP, presented Ms. Layton with the award on Friday, October 23, 2015, at the …
Too often, the emotional burdens accompanying cancer lead to early withdrawal from chemotherapy, for example, and poor outcomes. However, a series of clinical studies suggest psychotherapy can counter those effects, with powerful implications for patients.
Addressing the needs of older adults with cancer is critical for the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care.
TMMC’s commitment to relieve disability and improve the quality of life of cancer survivors includes program development of exercise, diet, relaxation techniques, and numerous other rehabilitation interventions.
ROCKVILLE, Md. – The Association of Community Cancer Centers (ACCC) is troubled by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS’s) decision this week to release information related to physician payments from the Medicare program. ACCC fully supports transparency in healthcare and has long advocated for patient access to quality comprehensive cancer care. However, CMS’s release of these …
May 21, 2019
Leana Chien, MSN, RN, GCNS-BC, GNP-BC, Gerontological Nurse Practitioner Carolina Uranga, MSN, RN, AGCNS-BC, OCN® Adult Geriatric Clinical Nurse Specialist, Geriatric Oncology Center for Cancer and Aging at the City of Hope Duarte, California Learn about how the team at City of Hope incorporates non-physician leaders as integral members of the geriatric oncology management team. Originally recorded …