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The Comprehensive Cancer Center : Development, Integration, and Implementation.

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Aljurf, Mahmoud.
Other Authors: Majhail, Navneet S., Koh, Mickey B. C., Kharfan-Dabaja, Mohamed A., Chao, Nelson J.
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham : Springer International Publishing AG, 2021.
Edition:1st ed.
Subjects:
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Table of Contents:
  • Intro
  • Contents
  • Contributors
  • Chapter 1: Introduction
  • Chapter 2: Building a Comprehensive Cancer Center: Overall Structure
  • Introduction
  • Structure of a Comprehensive Cancer Center Based on Mission
  • Research
  • Basic Laboratory Research
  • Clinical Research in Human Subjects
  • Translational Research
  • Population Health Research
  • Protection of Human Subjects
  • Institutional Review Boards
  • Clinical Research Organizations
  • Other Key Programs Supporting Cancer Research
  • Clinical Care of Patients with Cancer
  • Quality Monitoring in Cancer Care
  • Improving the Quality of Life of Cancer Patients: Support Services
  • Social Work
  • Palliative Care
  • Navigation
  • Survivorship
  • Education
  • References
  • Chapter 3: The Inpatient Unit in a Cancer Center
  • Introduction
  • The Human Factor
  • Other Factors
  • Floor Design
  • Environmental
  • Rooms
  • Positive Pressure Rooms
  • Negative Pressure Rooms
  • Discussion
  • References
  • Chapter 4: Outpatient Care
  • Clinicians
  • Nursing and the Role of Advanced Practice Providers and Nurse Coordinators
  • Pharmacists, Drug Administration and Preparation
  • Supportive Care for Chemotherapy or HSCT-Related Complications
  • Ancillary and Community Services
  • Planning for Outpatient Chemotherapy and Drug Delivery
  • Economical Advantages of Outpatient Care
  • Clinical Trials
  • Telemedicine
  • Outpatient Cancer Care in a Pandemic
  • References
  • Chapter 5: The Infusion Center
  • Introduction
  • Infusion Center Area
  • Staff
  • Other On-Site Services
  • Infusion Centers: Convenience and Potential Healthcare Cost Savings
  • Remaining Challenges
  • Discussion
  • References
  • Chapter 6: Proposal for Establishing a New Radiotherapy Facility
  • Introduction
  • Population Description
  • Needs Assessment
  • Brachytherapy
  • Equipment
  • External Beam Radiotherapy
  • Brachytherapy.
  • Commissioning
  • Room Shielding
  • Radiotherapy Staffing
  • Personnel
  • Quality Assurance
  • Timeline
  • Budget
  • Conclusion
  • References
  • Chapter 7: Oncology Nursing Care
  • Oncology Inpatient Clinical Service Unit
  • Ambulatory Setting
  • Oncology Role Outside of the Clinical Setting
  • Survivorship/Palliative Care and Hospice
  • References
  • Chapter 8: Laboratory/Pathology Services and Blood Bank
  • Laboratory and Pathology Support for Screening Programs and Arriving at a Cancer Diagnosis
  • Laboratory and Pathology Support for Maintaining Quality Supportive Cancer Care
  • Pathology Support for Running Stem Cell Transplant/Cellular Therapies
  • Pathology Support for Running Cancer Clinical Trials and Research
  • References
  • Chapter 9: Pharmacy Requirements for a Comprehensive Cancer Center
  • Introduction
  • Investing in People
  • Investing in Place
  • Investing in Process and New Models of Care
  • Building a Sustainable Pharmacy
  • Conclusion
  • References
  • Chapter 10: Administrative Support
  • Strategic Planning
  • Space and Facilities Planning and Program Development
  • Financial Management
  • Budgeting
  • Performance Management
  • Regulatory and Accreditation Standards
  • Human Resources Management
  • Access Services
  • Scheduling Questionnaires
  • Insurance Verification and Medical Record Collection
  • Referral Management
  • Conclusion
  • References
  • Chapter 11: Psychosocial and Patient Support Services in Comprehensive Cancer Centers
  • Introduction
  • Common Psychosocial and Physical Effects
  • Distress and Mood Disorders
  • Services Required for Management
  • Fatigue
  • Services Required for Management
  • Pain
  • Services Required for Management
  • Cognitive Dysfunction
  • Services Required for Management
  • Services for Healthy Lifestyle in Cancer Survivors
  • Survivorship Care Models
  • Community Outreach.
  • Patient Support and Psychosocial Services in Resource-Limited Settings
  • References
  • Chapter 12: Starting a Palliative Care Program at a Cancer Center
  • Background
  • Planning
  • Early Planning
  • Late Planning
  • Launch and Integration
  • Monitoring and Sustainability
  • Quality
  • Research
  • Conclusion
  • References
  • Chapter 13: Transplantation and Cellular Therapy
  • Introduction
  • Rationale for HCT and Cellular Therapy Program
  • HCT Program Structure
  • HCT Program Infrastructure
  • HCT Program Personnel
  • Quality Management
  • Data and Research
  • Cellular Therapy
  • References
  • Chapter 14: Building Quality from the Ground Up in a Cancer Center
  • Background
  • Structure
  • Process
  • Outcome
  • Conclusions
  • References
  • Chapter 15: Patient Resources in a Cancer Center
  • Introduction
  • Available Resources
  • Education
  • Disease-Specific Education
  • Treatment Education
  • Conventional Chemotherapy
  • Targeted Antineoplastic Therapies
  • Radiation Therapy
  • Supportive Therapies
  • Supporting Services
  • Financial
  • Palliative Care
  • Social Workers
  • Case Managers
  • Nutritional Therapists
  • Religious and Spiritual
  • Discussion
  • References
  • Chapter 16: Data Unit, Translational Research, and Registries
  • Research Data Unit
  • Translational Research (TR)
  • Registry
  • Conclusion
  • References
  • Chapter 17: Education and Training
  • Introduction
  • Training of Health-Care Professionals
  • Hematology/Medical Oncology
  • Pediatric Hematology/Medical Oncology
  • Radiation Oncology
  • Other Oncology Specialties
  • Pharmacy
  • Basic Science/Laboratory Researcher
  • Continued Medical Education (CME)
  • Grand Rounds
  • Board Certification
  • Development of New Cancer-Specific Programs
  • Discussion
  • References
  • Chapter 18: Cancer Management at Sites with Limited Resources: Challenges and Potential Solutions.
  • Medical Services, Data, and Infrastructure
  • Need for Effective cancer Registries
  • Lack of Connectivity
  • Research Infrastructure
  • Tumor Boards and Multispecialty Care
  • Human Resources
  • Unavailability of Specialized, but Essential Cancer Services and Human Power Radiotherapy and Stem Cell Transplantation
  • Education Infrastructure
  • Quality Management and Access to Care
  • Sustainability and Consistency
  • Access to cancer Care
  • Influence of Political Activities: Refugee Crises and Internal Displacement
  • Successful Models of Cancer Care: Sharing Best Practices
  • Drug Approvals and Shortages
  • Essential Need for a Safe and Effective Institutional Blood Bank
  • Applying Technologic Advancements in Oncology: Artificial Intelligence and Internet-of-Things
  • Unavailability of Specialized, but Essential Cancer Services: Radiotherapy and Stem Cell Transplantation
  • Public Health Crises
  • Carcinogen Prevention
  • Late Diagnosis
  • Conclusions
  • References
  • Index.

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