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Nephrectomy is often the initial treatment for renal-cell cancer (RCC), but systemic therapy is frequently required for advanced RCC. Single-agent targeted therapies are only somewhat effective, which led to the development of immunotherapies and combination therapies (which include immunotherapies). Laura Wood, RN, MSN, OCN, and Virginia Seery, MSN, RN, ANP-BC, AOCNP, discuss the clinical advantages of combination therapies in patients with advanced RCC.

“Heart and Soul of Oncology Navigation”: The Podcast Series!

By Lillie D. Shockney, RN, BS, MAS, HON-ONN-CG

Letters from Lillie

May 2021 Vol 12, No 5

The Academy of Oncology Nurse & Patient Navigators (AONN+) is proud to present monthly episodes of our exclusive podcast series “Heart and Soul of Oncology Navigation.”

AONN+ Annual Conference Monograph: A Study of Key Sessions

By Meg Barbor, MPH

Mental Health, Navigation, Telehealth

May 2021 Vol 12, No 5

At the recent AONN+ Annual Conference, experts in oncology navigation convened virtually with conference attendees to offer their insights in furthering the efficacy of navigation. This monograph will review the proceedings from 4 key sessions covering the timely topics of telehealth, mental health and the oncology patient, prehabilitation and rehabilitation, and value-based oncology care.

Cancer Services, Inc: Addressing Cancer Challenges Through Collaboration

May 2021 Vol 12, No 5

It is no secret that a cancer diagnosis brings with it a whole host of challenges: from before diagnosis, throughout the duration of treatment, and into long-term survivorship or end-of-life care.

The Need for a Complete Cancer Care Team Is Critical as We Move Out of the Pandemic

By Christian Downs, JD, MHA; Linda Fleisher, PhD, MPH; Lillie D. Shockney, RN, BS, MAS, HON-ONN-CG; Mandi L. Pratt-Chapman, PhD, MA, HON-OPN-CG; Rani Khetarpal, MBA

COVID-19

May 2021 Vol 12, No 5

Leaders from the Academy of Oncology Nurse & Patient Navigators deliver a statement on appropriate planning to serve patients and their families in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Biosimilars

May 2021 Vol 12, No 5

Remain “in the know” on biosimilar medical coverage by following these tips.

The Role of Navigators, Patients, and Community Members in Accruing for Clinical Trials

Clinical Trials

May 2021 Vol 12, No 5

You can bring a community together to improve the impact of clinical trials – here’s how.

Understanding Vicarious Trauma and Its Path to Resilience

May 2021 Vol 12, No 5

Vicarious resilience does not come from disengaging with our patients; it actually comes from engaging more with our patients.

Conflicts with Colleagues in Oncology Care

May 2021 Vol 12, No 5

An expert guide to improving communication, avoiding conflicts, and avoiding burnout. Here’s what you need to know.

Best Practices in GU Navigation

Improving the Patient Experience by Helping Patients Navigate Their Cancer Care

By Megan Price, MSN, APRN, FNP-C; Virginia Seery, CRNP, MSN; Laura Wood, RN, MSN, OCN

Interview with the Innovators

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Laura Wood, RN, MSN, OCN, Megan Price, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, and Virginia Seery, MSN, RN, ANP-BC, AOCNP, discuss their roles and responsibilities within their academic oncology centers as valuable members of a multidisciplinary team that helps patients successfully navigate the spectrum of patient care. They also detail how they apply the principles of patient-centered care to improve outcomes for patients.

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