The US Oncology Network

Congratulations to Debra Patt, MD PhD MBA on her new position as President of the Community Oncology Alliance! Dr. Patt is a long-time leader in community oncology and The Network. We couldn’t be more excited to see her expertise continue to deliver meaningful impact and advance the future of cancer care. Find out more below. #CommunityOncology #CancerCare #PatientBasedCare

Important article by Dr. david waterhouse of OHC - Oncology Hematology Care on the CodeBreak 200 trial that led to the FDA approval of sotorasib, an important new treatment for non-small cell lung cancer. Find out more below. #LungCancerTreatment #HealthCareInnovation #CommunityOncology

During the STAT chat on “Unlocking the Potential and Promise of Precision Medicine in Cancer Care” during #ASH24, The US Oncology Network President Devon Dickey Womack and Dr. John Burke, blood cancer specialist with Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, highlighted ways to expand access and adoption of #PrecisionMedicine in a community care setting. Read highlights here: https://lnkd.in/gYwJirxV

Did you know? Our Oncology Core Education and Networking (OCEAN) program provides innovative training and networking for new oncology nurses. Through engaging and interactive virtual sessions, nurses gain critical skills and knowledge. The program also fosters teamwork, making the learning experience more collaborative and effective. We're excited about the successes of this program and the opportunity to share our commitment to advancing local cancer care and better patient outcomes. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/gSKHMSHS Judi Payne, Heather Wood, Marie Garcia, Devon Dickey Womack #OncologyNursing #NurseEducation #HealthcareInnovation

READ: We believe in the power of community in advancing cancer care. In this article, Texas Oncology's Dr. Nanda Gopalan discusses the importance of bone marrow donors and Army Spc. Christian Sutton's mission to encourage donor registration. We love to see communities coming together like this! https://lnkd.in/guYGV2dF #BeTheMatch #DonorsSaveLives #Community

This week, The US Oncology Network and Sarah Cannon Research Institute had the honor of hosting a dinner for healthcare leaders from across the country at the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium. It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, share insights, and discuss the latest advancements in breast cancer care. We are proud to be part of a community committed to improving patient outcomes and advancing research in oncology. Thank you to all who attended and contributed to making this event a success! Ben Jones, Eve Stahl, Amy McNally, M.D., M.H.C.M., Debra Patt, MD PhD MBA, Angela Storseth, Erika Hamilton, MD, Skip Burris, MD

We are excited to share that 27 outstanding providers from Compass Oncology have been recognized as Portland Monthly’s Top Medical Providers for 2025! The annual list, voted on by health professionals, highlights the incredible work of both physicians and advanced practice providers. A huge congratulations to all the honored providers for their unwavering commitment to excellence in cancer care. Your hard work and passion make a meaningful difference in the lives of so many. Thank you for setting such a high standard and for being an inspiration to us all. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gvD8JN7X #TopProviders2025 #CompassOncology #HealthcareExcellence #PortlandMonthly

WATCH or READ: Dr. Mabel Mardones of Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers discusses new research on the treatment of HR+/HER2- breast cancer in this AJMC - The American Journal of Managed Care interview. She stresses the importance of using biomarkers to identify patients who might benefit from triplet therapy. She also notes the possibility of selective estrogen receptor degraders (SERDs) replacing aromatase inhibitors, due to their increased efficacy and reduced side effects. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gcMpvfty #BreastCancerResearch #BreastCancerTreatment #CancerTreatment

READ or LISTEN: This important article by Dr. Mark Fleming, chair of The Network's National Policy Board, discusses the challenges faced by community-based cancer care in the wake of declining Medicare payments and rising costs -- and what we can do about it. Without legislative intervention, independent oncology care will become less accessible for the people who need it. Community-based options are vital to getting patients the care they need closer to home. It also allows practices the autonomy to make a difference in their local communities. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/g7bCpCPT #CommunityOncology #CommunityBasedCare #CancerCare

LISTEN or READ: This episode of the Cancer Care Connections podcast has a good rundown of screening options, risk factors, and treatments for non-small cell lung cancer. Virginia Oncology Associates's Dr. Christopher Paschold shares important information on the latest research and how early detection can save lives. #CancerCareConnections #LungCancer #CancerTreatment