Acknowledgment of Reviewers [Acknowledgments]
(Source: Journal of Oncology Practice)
Source: Journal of Oncology Practice - February 11, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Acknowledgments Source Type: research
Acknowledgment of Authors [Acknowledgments]
(Source: Journal of Oncology Practice)
Source: Journal of Oncology Practice - February 11, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Acknowledgments Source Type: research
Reducing the Time From Diagnosis to Treatment of Patients With Stage II/III Rectal Cancer at a Large Public Hospital [Quality in Action]
Curative-intent therapy for stage II/III rectal cancer is necessarily complex. Current guidelines by the National Comprehensive Cancer Network recommend preoperative concurrent chemoradiation followed by resection and additional adjuvant chemotherapy. We used standard quality improvement methodology to implement a cost-effective intervention that reduced the time from diagnosis to treatment of patients with stage II/III rectal cancer by approximately 30% in a large public hospital in Houston, Texas. Implementation of the program resulted in a reduction in time from pathologic diagnosis to treatment of 29% overall, from 62 ...
Source: Journal of Oncology Practice - February 11, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Hoffmann, M. S., Leslie, L. A., Jacobs, R. W., Millas, S., Surabhi, V., Mok, H., Jhaveri, P., Kott, M. M., Jackson, L., Rieber, A., Bhadkamkar, N. A. Tags: Management and treatment, Quality, Quality of care, Outcomes research, Patient safety, Diagnosis & Staging, Combined Modality, Outcomes Research, Quality of Care, Efficiency of Care Quality in Action Source Type: research
Improving Chemotherapy Ordering Process [Quality in Action]
Conclusion:
Improvement was a result of collaboration between interdisciplinary departments. The original goal was surpassed as a result of educating physicians and staff and standardizing the ordering process. If the number of deviations in chemotherapy order forms is decreased, oncology patients will receive safe, efficient, and quality care. (Source: Journal of Oncology Practice)
Source: Journal of Oncology Practice - February 11, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Bryant-Bova, J. N. Tags: Quality, Quality in Action Source Type: research
Impact of a Palliative Care Checklist on Clinical Documentation [Quality in Action]
Conclusion:
Our study showed that the use of a PCC improved the quality of the documentation of a patient visit in an outpatient clinical setting. (Source: Journal of Oncology Practice)
Source: Journal of Oncology Practice - February 11, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: de la Cruz, M., Reddy, A., Vidal, M., Tanco, K., Azhar, A., Silvestre, J., Liu, D. D., Wu, J., Bruera, E. Tags: Supportive care, Palliative care, Quality of care, Quality in Action Source Type: research
Development of a Cancer Care Summary Through the Electronic Health Record [Quality in Action]
Conclusion:
We developed a sustainable tool to improve cancer care communication. The Cancer Care Summary integrates information from the EHR in a timely manner and distributes the information through multiple avenues. (Source: Journal of Oncology Practice)
Source: Journal of Oncology Practice - February 11, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Carr, L. L., Zelarney, P., Meadows, S., Kern, J. A., Long, M. B., Kern, E. Tags: Communication, Doctor-patient communication, Survivorship, Information systems, Electronic health records, Quality of care, Quality in Action, Information systems, Electronic health records, IT/EHR Source Type: research
Meningeal Myelomatosis [Case Report]
(Source: Journal of Oncology Practice)
Source: Journal of Oncology Practice - February 11, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: DeFilipp, Z., Sahovic, E. A., Nooka, A. K. Tags: Myeloma Case Report Source Type: research
Postoperative Radiation Therapy for Endometrial Cancer: American Society of Clinical Oncology Clinical Practice Guideline Endorsement of the American Society for Radiation Oncology Evidence-Based Guideline [Guideline Summary]
(Source: Journal of Oncology Practice)
Source: Journal of Oncology Practice - February 11, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Meyer, L. A., Bohlke, K., Wright, A. A. Tags: Clinical guidelines, Quality of care, ASCO Guidelines, Non-ASCO Guidelines, Radiation Guideline Summary Source Type: research
Extended RAS Gene Mutation Testing in Metastatic Colorectal Carcinoma to Predict Response to Anti-Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Monoclonal Antibody Therapy: American Society of Clinical Oncology Provisional Clinical Opinion Update 2015 Summary [ASCO Special Article]
(Source: Journal of Oncology Practice)
Source: Journal of Oncology Practice - February 11, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Allegra, C. J., Rumble, R. B., Schilsky, R. L. Tags: Clinical guidelines, Management and treatment, ASCO Guidelines, Epidemiology, Diagnosis & Staging ASCO Special Article Source Type: research
ReCAP: Detection of Potentially Avoidable Harm in Oncology From Patient Medical Records [FOCUS ON QUALITY]
QUESTION ASKED:
Although medical record–based measurement of adverse events (AEs) associated with cancer care is desirable, condition-specific triggers in oncology care are needed. We sought to develop a screening tool to facilitate efficient detection of AEs across settings of cancer care via medical record review. We hope to use this tool to understand the frequency, spectrum, and preventability of AEs with the goal of helping improve the quality and safety of cancer care.
SUMMARY ANSWER:
We developed a cancer-specific screening tool to help identify candidate preventable AEs that occur during cancer care from pat...
Source: Journal of Oncology Practice - February 11, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Lipitz-Snyderman, A., Weingart, S. N., Anderson, C., Epstein, A. S., Killen, A., Classen, D., Sima, C. S., Fortier, E., Atoria, C. L., Pfister, D., Lipitz-Snyderman, A., Weingart, S. N., Anderson, C., Epstein, A. S., Killen, A., Classen, D., Sima, C. S., Tags: Complications of cancer and cancer treatment, Quality, Patient safety, Quality of care, Quality of Care FOCUS ON QUALITY Source Type: research
ReCAP: Feasibility and Effectiveness of a Pilot Program to Facilitate Quality Improvement Learning in Oncology: Experience of the American Society of Clinical Oncology Quality Training Program [FOCUS ON QUALITY]
Conclusions regarding long-term applicability effectiveness and feasibility among non-early adopters require further study. (Source: Journal of Oncology Practice)
Source: Journal of Oncology Practice - February 11, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Kamal, A. H., Quinn, D., Gilligan, T. D., Davis, B. C., Dalby, C. K., Bretsch, J., McNiff, K. K., Jacobson, J. O., Kamal, A. H., Quinn, D., Gilligan, T. D., Corning Davis, B., Dalby, C. K., Bretsch, J., McNiff, K. K., Jacobson, J. O. Tags: Quality of Care FOCUS ON QUALITY Source Type: research
ReCAP: Gaps in Insurance Coverage for Pediatric Patients With Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia [HEALTH POLICY]
QUESTION ASKED:
We sought to determine the likelihood that pediatric and adolescent acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) patients experience a gap in health insurance coverage in the first 2 years of therapy.
SUMMARY ANSWER:
We found that 12% of patients with ALL in our sample who had insurance at diagnosis experienced a gap in insurance coverage during the first 2 years of therapy; that is, they had one or more clinic encounter at which they did not have insurance. Patients with public insurance at diagnosis were more likely to experience an insurance gap than those with private insurance at diagnosis, and those diagnosed ...
Source: Journal of Oncology Practice - February 11, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Smits-Seemann, R. R., Kaul, S., Hersh, A. O., Fluchel, M. N., Boucher, K. M., Kirchhoff, A. C., Smits-Seemann, R. R., Kaul, S., Hersh, A. O., Fluchel, M. N., Boucher, K. M., Kirchhoff, A. C. Tags: Affordable Care Act, Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia HEALTH POLICY Source Type: research
ReCAP: Would Women With Breast Cancer Prefer to Receive an Antidepressant for Anxiety or Depression From Their Oncologist? [CARE DELIVERY]
QUESTIONS ASKED:
Preferences of patients with breast cancer for provider-specific pharmacologic management of anxiety and depression are unknown. Use of patient-guided treatment preferences for the treatment of depression and anxiety are known to improve adherence and treatment outcomes in primary care settings, but these preferences are not known in women with breast cancer. This may be especially true shortly after the patient receives a diagnosis of cancer and is most psychologically symptomatic, yet committed to following through with her oncologic care. Do breast cancer patients have preferences regarding having their...
Source: Journal of Oncology Practice - February 11, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: McFarland, D. C., Johnson Shen, M., Harris, K., Mandeli, J., Tiersten, A., Holland, J., McFarland, D. C., Johnson Shen, M., Harris, K., Mandeli, J., Tiersten, A., Holland, J. Tags: Doctor-patient communication, Complications of cancer and cancer treatment, Communication, Coping, Doctor-patient communication, Quality of life, Supportive care, Access to care, Behavioral and Lifestyle Risk Factors, Adult Medical Oncology CARE DELIVER Source Type: research
ReCAP: Perspectives of Patients, Caregivers, and Medical Staff on Greetings in Oncology Practice: A Prospective Survey [CARE DELIVERY]
QUESTION ASKED:
What is the preferred greeting process (name calling, hand shaking) in oncology practice, by patients, caregivers and medical staff?
SUMMARY ANSWER:
Findings suggest that patients with cancer in Israel prefer a casual environment that includes calling them by their given name and shaking hands. Yet, they prefer that physicians introduce themselves in a more formal manner, with full name and title.
METHODS:
A total of 186 patients and 104 caregivers visiting the outpatient clinics at the Davidoff Cancer Institute completed a questionnaire about greeting-related preferences. Similar questionnaires were comp...
Source: Journal of Oncology Practice - February 11, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Limon, D., Perry, S., Granot, T., Gordon, N., Stemmer, N., Stemmer, S. M., Limon, D., Perry, S., Granot, T., Gordon, N., Stemmer, N., Stemmer, S. M. Tags: Communication, Treatment related issues, Caregiver, Family member, General public, Media, Patient, Survivor, Practice Administration, Quality of Care, Practice Administration, Quality of Care CARE DELIVERY Source Type: research
ReCAP: Comparison of Independent Error Checks for Oral Versus Intravenous Chemotherapy [CARE DELIVERY]
This study had some limitations. Although there are many forms of safeguards (eg, preprinted orders), only one type of safeguard (ie, independent checks) was examined in the cancer system studied. We chose to focus on independent checks because they were observable and were defined in the cancer center’s policies. Another limitation was that just a single jurisdiction (Nova Scotia), and four community pharmacies were examined. We examined each community pharmacy in detail, and sites were chosen to be representative (eg, rural versus urban). Further, the model used to deliver oral chemotherapy in Nova Scotia is not un...
Source: Journal of Oncology Practice - February 11, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Griffin, M. C., Gilbert, R. E., Broadfield, L. H., Easty, A. E., Trbovich, P. L., Griffin, M. C., Gilbert, R. E., Broadfield, L. H., Easty, A. E., Trbovich, P. L. Tags: Patient safety, Management and treatment, Treatment related issues, Patient safety, Caregiver, Patient, Training, Patient safety CARE DELIVERY Source Type: research
