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

• Author: Aljurf, Mahmoud.
• TeilnehmendeR: Majhail, Navneet S.; Koh, Mickey B. C.; Kharfan-Dabaja, Mohamed A.; Chao, Nelson J.
• Place / Publishing House: Cham : : Springer International Publishing AG,, 2021.; ©2022.
• Year of Publication: 2021
• Edition: 1st ed.
• Language: English
• Physical Description: 1 online resource (192 pages)

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.