Best AONN Podcasts (2025)

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A Conversation with Jose Ortiz, Medical Outreach Liaison, and Karen Selby, RN, Board-Certified Patient Advocate, The Mesothelioma Center 17:37

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22d ago17:37

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On this episode of Cancer Registry World, we shine a spotlight on The Mesothelioma Center in Orlando, Florida—a trusted resource dedicated to supporting patients and families navigating a mesothelioma diagnosis. Joining us are Jose Ortiz, Medical Outreach Liaison, and Karen Selby, Registered Nurse and Board-Certified Patient Advocate, who share how…

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A Conversation with Candice Roth, MSN, RN, CENP, Executive Director, AONN+ 21:33

2M ago21:33

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Candice Roth, MSN, RN, CENP, brings deep expertise and a passion for oncology navigation to her role as Executive Director of AONN+. In this episode of Cancer Registry World with host Dr. Rick Greene, she shares how her background in nursing and healthcare operations shapes the strategic direction and growth of AONN+. She also discusses the vital r…

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A Conversation with Kerry Rowe, Oncology Data Program Manager, U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs 16:33

3M ago16:33

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In this episode of Cancer Registry World, Kerry Rowe, Oncology Data Program Manager for the National Oncology Program at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, joins Dr. Rick Greene to share insights about the critical role cancer registries play within the VA system. They also explore the history and future direction of the Veterans Cancer Regis…

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A Conversation with Betsy Johnson, Founder and CEO, HIMpros 18:35

4M ago18:35

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In this edition of Cancer Registry World, Betsy Johnson, Founder and CEO of HIMpros joins Dr. Rick Greene to share her insights on achieving excellence in cancer registry work and her perspective on the evolving role of technology in supporting registries and the ODS community. Johnson, a dynamic leader in healthcare staffing and information manage…

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A Conversation with Alison Klein, PhD, MHS, Director of NFPTR, John's Hospital University School of Medicine 11:47

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In this edition of Cancer Registry World, we explore the significance of familial pancreatic cancer and the vital role of familial cancer registries. Dr. Alison Klein, Professor of Oncology, Pathology, and Epidemiology, and Director of the National Familial Pancreas Tumor Registry (NFPTR) at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine—joins Dr. Ric…

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The Importance of Navigation Reimbursement 40:18

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In this episode, Rani Khetarpal, MBA, and Jeanne Silva, MSN, RN-BC, CN-BN, CMSRN, discuss the importance of reimbursement in navigation and implementation of PIN codes. Thank you to our sponsor, Lilly, for providing funding for this podcast.By The Academy of Oncology Nurse & Patient Navigators

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A Conversation with Wui-Jin Koh, MD, Senior VP and Chief Medical Officer, National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) 16:26

6M ago16:26

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This episode of Cancer Registry World features Dr. Wui-Jin Koh, Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN). Dr. Koh explores the vital role of cancer registry data in shaping treatment guidelines and how data-driven guidelines contribute to advancements in cancer management. Tune in to gain v…

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A Conversation with Janet Vogel, ODS-C, NCRA Board Director, Public Relations and Communications 12:48

7M ago12:48

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This episode of Cancer Registry World features Janet Vogel, ODS-C, NCRA Board Director for Public Relations and Communications. Janet is also a Quality and Education Auditor at Omega Healthcare and the host of the popular webinar Tumor Talk. She shares her journey of becoming a cancer registrar, offers insights into the challenges of implementing n…

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A Look Into Cancer Advocacy & Patient Education (CAPE) 15:23

7M ago15:23

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In this episode, Emily Gentry, BSN, RN, HON-ONN-CG, OCN, and Chelsea Passwater, DNP, RN, AGCNS-BC, OCN, discuss the benefits and background of the Cancer Advocacy & Patient Education (CAPE) Portal. The Cancer Advocacy & Patient Education (CAPE) initiative is a web-based library of best-practice resources designed to support cancer patients and care…

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A Conversation with Dan LeSueur, Chief Operating Officer, and Dr. Jason Jones, Chief Analytics and Data Science Officer, Health Catalyst 21:41

8M ago21:41

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This episode of Cancer Registry World showcases two leaders from Health Catalyst: Dan LeSueur, Chief Operating Officer, and Dr. Jason Jones, Chief Analytics and Data Science Officer. Together, they delve into Health Catalyst's mission and explore the pivotal role registries play in unlocking the full potential of healthcare data for informed decisi…

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A Conversation with Sheila Malacaria, ODS-C, Manager, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Cancer Registry, and Ren Garcia, ODS-C, Oncology Data Manager and Registry Quality Analyst, AMN Healthcare 17:42

9M ago17:42

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This segment of Cancer Registry World highlights the vital role that regional cancer registrar organizations play in supporting the oncology data specialist community. Sheila Malacaria, ODS-C, Manager of the Cancer Registry at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, and Ren Garcia, ODS-C, Oncology Data Manager and Registry Quality Analyst a…

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A Conversation with Aaron Galaznik, Chief Scientific Officer, Carevive by Health Catalyst 13:38

10M ago13:38

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In this month’s episode of Cancer Registry World, we welcome guest Dr. Aaron Galaznik, Chief Scientific Officer at Carevive, now part of the Health Catalyst family. Dr. Galaznik brings his expertise as a physician and seasoned health outcomes researcher to explore the transformative power of patient-reported outcomes. He shares insights into Carevi…

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Navigating Billing and Insurance in Survivorship 17:44

10M ago17:44

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The series provides peer-to-peer perspectives on managing fear of recurrence and side effect management Discussants: Michelle L. Kirschner, MSN, RN, ACNP, APRN, BC Director of Program Development The Cancer Survivorship Provider Network Stephanie M. Hoopes, RN, BSN, OCN, ONN-CG Survivorship Nurse Navigator Center for Integrative Oncology and Surviv…

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Genomic Testing In Survivorship 8:03

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The series provides peer-to-peer perspectives on managing fear of recurrence and side effect management Discussants: Michelle L. Kirschner, MSN, RN, ACNP, APRN, BC Director of Program Development The Cancer Survivorship Provider Network Stephanie M. Hoopes, RN, BSN, OCN, ONN-CG Survivorship Nurse Navigator Center for Integrative Oncology and Surviv…

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A Conversation with Angela Costantini, ODS-C, Senior Oncology Data Specialist, Cincinnati Children's Hospital 19:14

11M ago19:14

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In this episode of Cancer Registry World, we explore the essential role pediatric cancer registries play in advancing research and improving patient outcomes. Our guest is Angela Costantini, ODS-C, a Senior Oncology Data Specialist at the Cancer and Blood Diseases Institute of Cincinnati Children's Hospital. Join us for an insightful conversation a…

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Balancing Risk of Recurrence vs Side Effects From Anti-Estrogen Therapy 13:46

11M ago13:46

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The series will provide peer-to-peer perspectives on managing fear of recurrence and side effect management Discussants: Michelle L. Kirschner, MSN, RN, ACNP, APRN, BC Director of Program Development The Cancer Survivorship Provider Network Stephanie M. Hoopes, RN, BSN, OCN, ONN-CG Survivorship Nurse Navigator Center for Integrative Oncology and Su…

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A Conversation with Steven Friedman, MHSA, Senior Advisor and SEER Program Manager, National Cancer Institute 25:32

12M ago25:32

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In this episode of Cancer Registry World, Steven Friedman, MHSA, Senior Advisor and SEER Program Manager at the National Cancer Institute, highlights the critical role of the SEER Cancer Registry. For decades, SEER personnel have collected extensive data from numerous sites across the U.S., contributing to valuable clinical research and outcomes ev…

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A Conversation with Launa Goodman, Clinical Data Program Manager for Oncology, and Allie Coronis, SVP of TEMS, Health Catalyst 15:19

1y ago15:19

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In this episode of Cancer Registry World, we are excited to feature two esteemed colleagues from Health Catalyst: Launa Goodman, Clinical Data Program Manager for Oncology, and Allie Coronis, Senior Vice President of Tech-Enabled Managed Services (TEMS). They delve into the crucial role that cancer and other registries play in meeting the global de…

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A Conversation with Lara Harik, MD, Department of Pathology, Emory University & Chair, CAP Cancer Committee 14:55

1y ago14:55

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This episode of "Cancer Registry World" features Dr. Lara Harik, Associate Professor in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Emory University School of Medicine. Dr. Harik also serves as the current Chair of the Cancer Committee for the College of American Pathologists. In this episode, she discusses the crucial role of cancer reg…

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A Conversation with Roshan Prabhu, MD, Director of Proton Therapy Center, Atrium Health 18:30

1y ago18:30

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This segment of “Cancer Registry World” features Dr. Roshan Prabhu, MD, the Director of the Proton Therapy Center at the Atrium Health - Levine Cancer Institute in Charlotte, NC. Dr. Prabhu discusses the application and importance of collecting registry information for patients treated with the relatively new radiation oncology technique of proton …

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A Conversation with Melissa Pearson, ODS-C, NC State Cancer Registry 27:42

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This segment of Cancer Registry World features Melissa Pearson, ODS-C and Manager of Evaluation and Quality at the North Carolina Central Cancer Registry. She discusses the unique role that state cancer registries play in oncology data collection and assessment of the epidemiology of cancer. Please enjoy listening and learning!…

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A Conversation with Mary Maul, Education Manager, NCRA 19:45

1+ y ago19:45

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In this segment of Cancer Registry World, we welcome Mary Maul, Education Manager for the National Cancer Registrars Association. The discussion focuses on the vast array of educational offerings sponsored by NCRA, the future of in-person meetings in the era of virtual educational opportunities and methodology to assess the quality of educational p…

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A Conversation with Linda Corrigan, MHE, RHIT, ODS-C, Manager of Cancer Registry & Accreditation, Baltimore Washington Medical Center and Adam Ebbin, Public Policy & Strategy Consultant, NCRA 13:45

1+ y ago13:45

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In this episode of Cancer Registry World, we delve into the arena of legislation and advocacy as these topics relate to important issues for cancer registries and Oncology Data Specialists. The Counting Veterans Cancer Act, discussed in this segment, was signed into law on March 9, 2024. Linda Corrigan, MHE, RHIT, ODS-C, is Manager of Cancer Regist…

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A Conversation with Michael Serwint, MD, ODS-C, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist 17:29

1+ y ago17:29

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This edition of Cancer Registry World features guest Michael Serwint, MD, ODS-C at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist in Winston Salem, NC. Dr. Serwint brings a unique and fascinating perspective to his cancer registry experience as a former practicing medical oncologist who eventually became a Certified Oncology Data Specialist. Please enjoy listen…

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A Conversation with Sara Morel, AAS, BS, ODS, Lead Oncology Data Specialist, MyMichigan Health 13:28

1+ y ago13:28

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In this edition of Cancer Registry World, Sara Morel, AAS, BS, ODS and Lead Oncology Data Specialist for MyMichigan Health in Midland, MI, discusses her emotional connection to cancer care which led to her success in the cancer registry. Please enjoy listening and learning!By ERS, Inc.

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A Look Into the CEACAM 5 Biomarker 18:37

1+ y ago18:37

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To close out this 3-part series, Terri Conneran, founder of KRAS (Knowledge + Research + Advocacy = Survivorship) Kickers, Jennifer Aversano, MSN, RN, OCN, ONN-CG, a lung nurse navigator at Northwest Community Hospital, and Claudia Miller, RN, ONC, ONN-CG, a thoracic oncology nurse navigator at Hollings Cancer Center, will explore the CEACAM 5 biom…

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Key Biomarker Considerations for Patients 21:27

1+ y ago21:27

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In this second episode, Terri Conneran, founder of KRAS (Knowledge + Research + Advocacy = Survivorship) Kickers, Jennifer Aversano, MSN, RN, OCN, ONN-CG, a lung nurse navigator at Northwest Community Hospital, and Claudia Miller, RN, ONC, ONN-CG, a thoracic oncology nurse navigator at Hollings Cancer Center, discuss key considerations for patients…

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A Conversation with Elliot Asare, MD, FACS, Surgical Oncologist and Assistant Professor, University of Utah School of Medicine 12:30

1+ y ago12:30

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In this edition of Cancer Registry World, Elliot Asare, MD, FACS, discusses the role of cancer registry data in developing staging strategies for the 9th Version of the AJCC TNM system. Dr. Asare is a surgical oncologist and Assistant Professor at the University of Utah School of Medicine and Attending Surgeon at the Huntsman Cancer Center in Salt …

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Biomarkers and the Critical Role of Navigation 22:12

2y ago22:12

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In this first episode, Terri Conneran, founder of KRAS (Knowledge + Research + Advocacy = Survivorship) Kickers, Jennifer Aversano, MSN, RN, OCN, ONN-CG, a lung nurse navigator at Northwest Community Hospital, and Claudia Miller, RN, ONC, ONN-CG, a thoracic oncology nurse navigator at Hollings Cancer Center, examine the ever-evolving biomarker land…

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A Conversation with Lisa Robinson, RHIA, CTR, Director, Clinical Data Registries, Advocate Health Care, Midwest Region 14:44

2y ago14:44

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In this episode of Cancer Registry World, we welcome Lisa Robinson, RHIA, CTR, Director of Clinical Data Registries for Advocate Health Care, Midwest Region. Ms. Robinson discusses the importance of cancer registries in large multi-institutional healthcare systems as well as highlighting the technological advances that may impact registry operation…

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A Conversation with Thomas Brown, MD, MBA, Chief Medical Officer and Jennifer Jurivich, Senior Vice President Health Systems, of Syapse 18:22

2y ago18:22

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This edition of Cancer Registry World features two leaders at Syapse - Thomas Brown, MD, MBA, Chief Medical Officer and Jennifer Jurivich, Senior Vice President Health Systems. They discuss the importance of data acquired from cancer registries which is used to inform decision making that allows hospitals and healthcare systems to optimize cancer t…

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A Conversation with Daniel Boffa, MD, Professor of Surgery, Chief of the Division of Thoracic Surgery, Yale School of Medicine 16:15

2y ago16:15

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This edition of Cancer Registry World features Daniel Boffa, MD, Professor of Surgery and Chief of the Division of Thoracic Surgery at the Yale University School of Medicine. In addition to his outstanding academic surgery career, Dr. Boffa is also a leader in the development of quality benchmarks for the Commission on Cancer and the American Colle…

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A Conversation with Jim Hofferkamp, BA, CTR, Program Manager of Education for NAACCR 18:11

2y ago18:11

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In this episode of Cancer Registry World, we welcome Jim Hofferkamp, BA, CTR, current Program Manager of Education for the North American Association of Central Cancer Registries (NAACCR). Mr. Hofferkamp is a national leader in CTR education and presents frequently at conferences and webinars throughout the United States. Please enjoy listening and…

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A Conversation with Denise Harrison, BS, CTR, Education Board Director for NCRA 16:42

2y ago16:42

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In this episode of Cancer Registry World, we welcome Denise Harrison, BS, CTR, current Education Board Director for the National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA). Ms. Harrison is a national leader in CTR education who frequently presents at conferences throughout the United States. Enjoy listening and learning!…

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A Conversation with Sharon Gentry, MSN, RN, HON-ONN-CG, AOCN, CBCN, Program Director of AONN+ 16:44

2y ago16:44

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In this episode of Cancer Registry World, we welcome Sharon Gentry, MSN, RN, HON-ONN-CG, AOCN, CBCN, the Program Director of the Academy of Oncology Nurse and Patient Navigators (AONN+) and the incoming Editor of the Journal of Oncology Navigation and Survivorship (JONS). Our discussion focuses on the role of the oncology nurse and patient navigato…

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Navigating Survivorship 48:41

2+ y ago48:41

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In celebration of National Cancer Survivors Day, our participants will examine the survivorship phase of the cancer continuum including the role of the navigator in survivorship. Two myeloma survivors, Doug Keller and Maddie Hunter will discuss their survivorship journey including how they are giving back, the common struggles cancer survivors face…

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A Conversation with Kay Washington, MD, PhD 13:54

2+ y ago13:54

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In this edition of Cancer Registry World, we welcome Kay Washington, MD, PhD, who discusses the importance of cancer registry data for the pathology community. As Chair of the American Joint Committee on Cancer Editorial Committee, Dr. Washington will also describe the significance of registry data in the development of the TNM cancer staging strat…

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A Conversation with Lori A. Swain, MS Executive Director, NCRA and NCRA Education Foundation 18:14

2+ y ago18:14

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In this edition of Cancer Registry World, we welcome Lori Swain, Executive Director of the National Cancer Registrars Association and NCRA Education Foundation. Our discussion centers on the history and current leadership role of the NCRA and the future of the cancer registrar profession. Please enjoy listening and learning!…

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Diversity in Clinical Trials: Bridging the Gap PART TWO of TWO 13:59

2+ y ago13:59

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Clinical Trial Committee members Mary Salazar and Lilliana Larsson discuss clinical trials in oncology, the importance of increasing diversity representation, and the impact it has on the future of oncology medicine. Objectives: Examine the lack of diversity in clinical trials and the effect is has on oncology care Understand the role of the clinic…

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Diversity in Clinical Trials: Bridging the Gap PART ONE of TWO 34:14

2+ y ago34:14

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Clinical Trial Committee members Mary Salazar and Lilliana Larsson discuss clinical trials in oncology, the importance of increasing diversity representation, and the impact it has on the future of oncology medicine. Objectives: Examine the lack of diversity in clinical trials and the effect is has on oncology care Understand the role of the clinic…

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A Conversation with Lori A. (Loria) Pollack, MD, MPH CAPT, US Public Health Service and Medical Director for the National Program of Cancer Registries in the CDC 12:08

2+ y ago12:08

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In this edition of Cancer Registry World, we welcome Lori A. (Loria) Pollack, MD, MPH CAPT, US Public Health Service and Medical Director for the National Program of Cancer Registries in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention(CDC). Dr Pollack will discuss the important role of the CDC’s National Program of Cancer Registries (NPCR) since inc…

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A Conversation with Shirley Dalrymple, BS, CTR, RHIT, Coordinator of Quality Review, Cancer Data Services at the Levine Cancer Institute 17:00

2+ y ago17:00

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In this edition of Cancer Registry World, we welcome Shirley Dalrymple, BS, CTR, RHIT, Coordinator of Quality Review, Cancer Data Services at the Levine Cancer Institute in Charlotte, NC. Ms. Dalrymple will discuss the importance of quality review in the cancer registry and strategies for improving registry quality. Please enjoy listening and learn…

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Be Bold: Mentorship Academy 23:32

2+ y ago23:32

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BOLD Mentorship participants, Peg Rummel and Amie Booth share their experience, insights, and lessons learned from their time in the AONN+ Bold Mentorship Academy as well as dive into some AONN+ professional development opportunities in 2023. Objectives: The listener will be able to Identify the role of mentorship in navigation profession and benef…

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A Conversation with Robert K. Brookland, MD, Chair, Department of Radiation Oncology at Greater Baltimore Medical Center 21:15

2+ y ago21:15

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In this edition of Cancer Registry World, we welcome Robert Brookland, MD, Chair of the Department of Radiation Oncology at the Sandra and Malcolm Berman Cancer Institute at the Greater Baltimore Medical Center in Towson, MD. As the current Chair of the American Joint Committee on Cancer (AJCC), Dr. Brookland discusses not only the importance of ca…

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A Conversation with Timothy W. Mullett, MD, MBA, FACS, Medical Director, Markey Cancer Center 17:14

2+ y ago17:14

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In this edition of Cancer Registry World, we welcome Timothy W. Mullett, MD, MBA, FACS, a thoracic surgeon and medical director at the University of Kentucky’s Markey Cancer Center. As current Chair of the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer, Dr. Mullett discusses the important role for cancer registrars and the benefits of cancer reg…

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Celebrating the Role of the Navigator 34:43

3y ago34:43

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Considering the year end is approaching, AONN + hopes to demonstrate our appreciation for navigators with an emphasis on celebrating the role of the navigator. We hope to encourage and inspire you as you listen to your navigation colleagues share their personal and professional experiences. Objectives: Listeners will: Reflect on why they became a n…

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A Conversation with Catherine Bieker, CTR, RHIT, BS-HCA 21:31

3y ago21:31

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In this edition of Cancer Registry World, Catherine Bieker, CTR, RHIT, BS-HCA, Director of the Cancer Registry at Legacy SCL Health, now part of Intermountain Healthcare, discusses her journey to becoming a CTR and highlights the benefits of a CTR career. She also discusses the importance of internships for CTRs and the ways that she has supported …

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Role of the Oncology Navigator within the Multidisciplinary Healthcare Setting 24:49

3y ago24:49

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In this session participants, will explore the value of the role of the oncology navigator within the multidisciplinary healthcare setting. Gleaning knowledge from experienced navigators flourishing in their multidisciplinary healthcare settings, listeners will explore best practices and communication tools essential for enhancing their navigation …

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A Conversation with Jon Patrick, PhD, CEO, Innovative Clinical Information Management Systems 21:28

3y ago21:28

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The latest edition of Cancer Registry World features Professor Jon Patrick of Sydney, Australia. Professor Patrick is the past chair of Language Technology at the University of Sydney. In 2012 he co-founded Health Language Analytics (HLA) and currently serves as CEO of Innovative Clinical Information Management Systems. Professor Patrick has a dive…

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A Conversation with Barbara Dearmon, BS, CTR, Manager, Cancer Registry Operations at Ascension St. Vincent's Healthcare, Jacksonville, FL 14:28

3y ago14:28

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This edition of Cancer Registry World features Barbara Dearmon, BS, CTR, Manager, Oncology Support Services and Cancer Registry Operations at Ascension St. Vincent's Healthcare in Jacksonville. Florida. Barbara is responsible for managing cancer registry operations, monitoring compliance with COC and NAPBC standards in addition to maintaining cance…