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CANCER BUZZ

Association of Cancer Care Centers

CANCER 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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06:32

The Florez Lab: Increasing Retention and Improving...

CANCER BUZZ ·

2024/02/15

Founded 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 justice in

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17:48

BRCA Testing Survey Insights: A Multidisciplinary...

CANCER BUZZ ·

2024/02/06

Hereditary 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 University

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04:52

Championing an Institutional Culture of Well-being in...

CANCER BUZZ ·

2024/02/01

#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. Guest:

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07:09

Missed Care Conversations for Patients with DLBCL

CANCER BUZZ ·

2023/12/21

Diffuse 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,

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06:44

Community CAR T-Cell Patient Identification Framework

CANCER BUZZ ·

2023/12/14

As 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, about the

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05:30

The Future of the Patient Experience

CANCER BUZZ ·

2023/11/16

The 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 programs

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06:07

Highlights from the ACCC Working Summit: Biomarker...

CANCER BUZZ ·

2023/11/09

Health 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/workaround

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05:04

Developing a Disease-Site Specific Oncology Patient...

CANCER BUZZ ·

2023/10/19

In 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. Guest:

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18:46

Germline and Somatic Testing for Ovarian Cancer

CANCER BUZZ ·

2023/10/17

Since 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, MD, MS,

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08:51

AML Care Coordination in the Community Setting

CANCER BUZZ ·

2023/10/10

Coordination 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 oncologist

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04:06

Live from NOC: AI in Precision Oncology

CANCER BUZZ ·

2023/10/06

Live 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

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04:55

Live from NOC: Technology Support for Health Care...

CANCER BUZZ ·

2023/10/06

The 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

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05:11

Live from NOC: ACCC Priorities for the President’s...

CANCER BUZZ ·

2023/10/06

The 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 the

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02:50

Live from NOC: Recruiting Strategies

CANCER BUZZ ·

2023/10/05

Live 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 making a

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03:28

Live from NOC: Leadership for Challenging Times

CANCER BUZZ ·

2023/10/04

Live 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 the program

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04:49

Live from NOC: Rural Appalachian Lung Screening...

CANCER BUZZ ·

2023/10/04

Live 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 practices that

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06:59

NOC Preview: Biomarker Testing for Medicaid...

CANCER BUZZ ·

2023/10/03

CANCER 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 Testing for All – ACCC Buzz

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07:18

NOC Preview: Financial Advocacy Guidelines to...

CANCER BUZZ ·

2023/10/03

CANCER 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 Advocacy Playbook Financial

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16:49

Examining Shared Decision-Making in Bladder Cancer Care

CANCER BUZZ ·

2023/09/28

Bladder 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. CANCER

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05:40

Importance of Clinical Team to Recognize SCLC

CANCER BUZZ ·

2023/09/12

It 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 South

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