Community Oncology Alliance Launches New Chapter of Patient Advocacy Network in Arizona – Desert Hematology Oncology
Desert Hematology Oncology is teaming up with CPAN to launch a local chapter
The Community Oncology Alliance (COA) has launched a new local chapter of its Patient Advocacy Network (CPAN) at Desert Hematology Oncology in Surprise, AZ. The Desert Hematology Oncology CPAN Chapter will be the second in Arizona and will join the CPAN network that has chapters across twenty states.
“As we continue to grow CPAN’s national reach, we are thrilled to welcome Desert Hematology Oncology,” said Rose Gerber, MS, COA’s director of patient advocacy and education. With the majority of Americans battling cancer receiving treatment in the community setting, it is imperative that we protect and preserve the community cancer care delivery system. CPAN helps to raise awareness of community oncology practices’ positive impact on patient care and with this new addition, we can make our voice heard across the country.”
CPAN brings together patients, survivors, caregivers, family members, and oncology professionals to preserve local, quality, affordable cancer care for all. In a world of increasing provider consolidation and complicated policy changes, it is crucial to provide patients with the opportunity to learn about policies and laws that affect their access to care and the ability to voice their concerns to the lawmakers in control of those changes. CPAN members have access to monthly educational webinars, COA national events, and are invited to attend Hill Days in Washington, D.C. to meet with legislators.
The newly established chapter will offer a range of educational and practice-based advocacy opportunities, including monthly CPAN Advocacy Chats, where experts from around the industry cover topics like the latest in cancer policy, nutrition, mental health, and treatment; the annual COA Conference, where advocates from all parts of the country gather to learn more about the current state of community cancer care.
To learn more about CPAN and the potential to open a chapter at your local community oncology practice, visit www.COAAdvocacy.org.
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About the Community Oncology Alliance
The Community Oncology Alliance (COA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advocating for community oncology practices and, most importantly, the patients they serve. COA is the only organization dedicated solely to community oncology where the majority of Americans with cancer are treated. The mission of COA is to ensure that patients with cancer receive quality, affordable, and accessible cancer care in their own communities. More than 1.5 million people in the United States are diagnosed with cancer each year and deaths from the disease have been steadily declining due to earlier detection, diagnosis, and treatment. Learn more about COA at www.communityoncology.org.
About the COA Patient Advocacy Network (CPAN)
The Community Oncology Alliance Patient Advocacy Network (CPAN) is a chapter-based national advocacy organization committed to raising awareness of independent, community cancer care centers and how national and local health care policy issues may affect patient care. CPAN’s network of more than 30 community cancer practice-based chapters spans 17 states, connecting and activating committed, passionate people who advocate for the protection of locally delivered cancer care. CPAN advocates include patients, survivors, caregivers and members of the oncology care team. CPAN advocates share personal stories so policymakers and the community can understand the importance of personalized, affordable cancer care close to where patients live and work. Sign up to become an advocate or find your local chapter at www.COAAdvocacy.org.
About Desert Hematology Oncology
Desert Hematology Oncology is a community-based medical oncology and hematology practice providing treatment for patients diagnosed with all types of cancer and blood disorders. Offering compassionate and personalized care to patients in Surprise, Ariz., as well as the surrounding Phoenix area. Their Board-certified providers are committed to providing quality, evidence-based oncology and hematology care. Learn more at DesertHematologyOncology.com
About American Oncology Network, LLC
American Oncology Network, LLC (AON) is an alliance of physicians and seasoned healthcare leaders partnering to ensure the long-term success of community oncology. Launched in 2018, the rapidly expanding AON network represents 104 physicians and 78 nurse practitioners and physician assistants practicing across 16 states. The executive management team of AON encompasses more than three decades of oncology practice management experience, enabling physicians to focus on what matters most – providing the highest quality care for patients. The organization provides unique and comprehensive protocols for managing administrative procedures and enhancing ancillary services for its affiliates. AON is able to aggregate volume and attain economies of scale, as it guides its member physicians and practices through the transition to value-based reimbursement models that improve the patient experience and help to reduce the per-capita cost of cancer care. AON also provides a unique model of physician led, community-based oncology management. With services such as a centralized specialty pharmacy, diagnostics, pathology, fully integrated electronic medical records, a care management team and a variety of financial assistance programs, an alliance with AON ensures that patients’ experiences will be at the very pinnacle of cancer care today. Learn more at AONcology.com
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