Defining Value in Cancer Care: AVBCC 2013 Steering Committee Report.

Area of Science:

• Oncology
• Healthcare Management
• Health Economics

Background:

• The Association for Value-Based Cancer Care (AVBCC) conference saw significant growth in participation.
• Key stakeholders including oncologists, payers, and patient advocates gathered to discuss cancer care.
• The conference aimed to foster dialogue on critical aspects of cancer care delivery.

Purpose of the Study:

• To define "value in cancer care" from the perspectives of various stakeholders.
• To explore how each stakeholder group can contribute to the value proposition in oncology.
• To align perspectives on improving cancer care through a balanced approach.

Main Methods:

• Convening a diverse group of healthcare stakeholders at the AVBCC 2013 conference.
• Establishing a Steering Committee to define value in cancer care.
• Dividing the Steering Committee into 7 groups, each representing a key stakeholder.

Main Results:

• Discussions focused on defining value from distinct stakeholder viewpoints.
• The need to balance cost, quality, and access to care was emphasized.
• Strategies for improving overall patient outcomes in oncology were explored.

Conclusions:

• Defining value in cancer care requires multi-stakeholder input.
• A balanced approach to cost, quality, and access is crucial for improving oncology outcomes.
• Collaborative dialogue is essential for advancing value-based cancer care.