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COVID-19 and Oncology: Operationalizing Best Practices Across Collaborative Health Systems.

Patricia A Johnston¹, Janice L Kitchens², Kimberly LaBree³

¹University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

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Summary

To ensure cancer care continuity during the COVID-19 pandemic, oncology hospitals collaborated to create policies for local treatment transitions. Nurse leaders facilitated interprofessional efforts, enabling patients to receive care closer to home.

Keywords:

COVID-19 cancer networks collaboration continuity of care coronavirus

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Area of Science:

Oncology
Healthcare Administration
Pandemic Response

Background:

The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted healthcare delivery, particularly for cancer patients requiring travel for treatment.
Existing collaborative agreements between oncology hospitals provided a framework for coordinated action.

Purpose of the Study:

To proactively plan and implement policies for transitioning cancer patient care during the COVID-19 pandemic.
To ensure continuity of cancer care for patients living near network member institutions.

Main Methods:

A network of oncology hospitals leveraged existing collaborative agreements.
Defined policies and procedures for care transition.
Nurse leaders collaborated with interprofessional partners.

Main Results:

Successfully established protocols for local treatment transitions.
Enabled patients to continue cancer treatment in their community.
Ensured uninterrupted cancer care delivery.

Conclusions:

Collaborative planning and leadership are crucial for maintaining cancer care during public health crises.
Transitioning care to local facilities enhances patient access and treatment adherence.
Interprofessional collaboration, led by nursing, is key to successful healthcare network adaptation.