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Cancer program development: is your hospital ready?

L Lamkin1, W W Rice

  • 1Queens Medical Center Cancer Institute, Honolulu, HI.

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|April 1, 1993
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Nearly 50% of U.S. hospitals plan to expand oncology services, indicating a growing trend in community cancer programs. This article guides hospitals on developing and expanding their oncology services.

Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Hospital Administration
  • Healthcare Management

Background:

  • A survey of 1,779 U.S. hospitals reveals nearly 50% plan oncology program expansion within two years.
  • Membership in the Association of Community Cancer Centers (ACCC) has quadrupled, signifying growth in community-based oncology.
  • These trends highlight an increasing number of community hospitals developing organized cancer programs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To address key questions regarding the expansion of hospital oncology programs.
  • To guide hospitals in assessing readiness for major oncology commitments.
  • To outline the process and essential components for developing oncology services.

Main Methods:

  • This article is presented in two parts.
  • Part I addresses the rationale, readiness, and process for oncology program development.

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  • Part II will detail the essential components for consideration during development.

    • Main Results:

    • Significant interest exists among U.S. hospitals to expand oncology programs.
    • Community-based oncology programs are experiencing substantial growth.
    • Hospitals are actively pursuing the development of organized cancer services.

    Conclusions:

    • Community hospitals are increasingly focused on developing and expanding their oncology programs.
    • Strategic planning is crucial for successful oncology service development.
    • This article serves as a guide for hospitals undertaking oncology program expansion.