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Radiotherapy Revolution: Three Must-Read Studies Transforming Cancer Care

In this installment of Navigation Refresh, learn about the integral role of patient navigators in team-based cancer care.

By Hina M. Porcelli

Radiotherapy

An Examination of Barriers to Cancer Care and Their Impact on Time in an Oncology Nurse Navigation Program

Learn about how clinical research trials are revolutionizing radiotherapy, leading to advancements reshaping cancer care for better patient outcomes and experiences.

By Jamie Callahan, BSN-RN, ONN-CG, OCN, CBCN; Karen L. Hessler, PhD, FNP-C; Wendy J. Haylett, PhD, RN, CPON; Xinyi Yang, MSPH; Alexander Kaizer, PhD

Original Research

Patient Navigation in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: Lessons Learned From the American Cancer Society’s BEACON Initiative Pilot

This study analyzed how specific barriers to cancer care affect time from diagnosis to treatment and the navigator’s time spent with the patient, revealing that emotional, social, and logistical challenges significantly influence navigator efforts.

By Hayley Freedman, MPH; Shahid Umar, PhD; Andriy Chybisov, MPH; Anurag K. Agrawal, MD; Erica Krisel, MPH; Kristie McComb, MPH

Original Research

Advancing the Fight Against Cholangiocarcinoma: Dr. Ghassan Abou-Alfa on Global Impact and Research Progress

With cancer incidence projected to rise dramatically, the American Cancer Society’s BEACON Initiative pilot to develop sustainable patient navigation programs highlights the critical role of navigation in improving access to timely diagnosis and treatment in resource-limited settings.

From Survivor to Advocate Part 2: Maimah Karmo on Her Journey and Tigerlily Foundation’s Life-Changing Programs

Dr. Ghassan Abou-Alfa, a renowned medical oncologist at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, discusses the global impact of cholangiocarcinoma and the pivotal role of the CCA Summit in driving research, collaboration, and improved patient care.

From Survivor to Advocate Part 1: Maimah Karmo on Her Journey and Tigerlily Foundation’s Life-Changing Programs

In Part 2 of our interview with Maimah Karmo we dive deeper into her advocacy work addressing health disparities in breast cancer care. Discover how Tigerlily is driving change through initiatives that empower underrepresented communities and advance equity in cancer outcomes.

Management of Adverse Events in ADC Therapy: A Case-Based Exchange

Join Maimah Karmo, founder and CEO of the Tigerlily Foundation and 20-year triple-negative breast cancer survivor, as she shares her inspiring journey of resilience and highlights Tigerlily’s transformative programs to empower women in the fight against breast cancer.

ADC Therapy

By Tajuana Bradley, MS, FNP-BC; Ryan Haumschild, PharmD, MS, MBA, CPEL

Case-Based Exchanges

Advancing Patient Support Part 2: Dr. Shanthi Sivendran on the American Cancer Society’s Mission and Impact

This case-based exchange features Tajuana Bradley, MS, FNP-C, and Ryan Haumschild, PharmD, MS, MBA, CPEL, discussing their best practices for a patient with metastatic breast cancer treated with antibody-drug conjugate therapy.