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FCS Adds New In-House, Precision Oncology Capabilities
Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute announced the formation of additional precision oncology capabilities and resources comprised of geneticists, informatics specialists, and database technologies that will enhance patient care through comprehensive analysis of molecular data.
Fort Myers, Florida — Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) recently announced the formation of additional precision oncology capabilities and resources to enhance patient care through comprehensive analysis of molecular data.
Comprised of geneticists, informatics specialists, and database technologies, the newly formed FCS Precision Oncology Informatics Team is focused on facilitating and streamlining the delivery of real-world data (RWD) and real-world evidence (RWE). The enhanced data collection provided to FCS physicians, researchers, and drug development teams seeks to enable optimized decision-making related to targeted treatment options and clinical trial matches.
“Being on the leading edge of healthcare, through investments in precision medicine, novel treatment pathways, and a steadfast commitment to delivering value-based care throughout the state, where and when our patients need us, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, identify, or any social status is ingrained in our core strategy as a practice,” said Nathan H. Walcker, MBA, chief executive officer of FCS.
Frameworks for Advancing Health Equity: Urban Health Outreach
May 9th 2024In the series debut episode of "Frameworks for Advancing Health Equity," Mary Sligh, CRNP, and Chelsea Chappars, of Allegheny Health Network, explain how the Urban Health Outreach program aims to improve health equity for individuals experiencing homelessness.
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Breast Cancer Treatment Disparities Impact Survival Based on Race, Age, Socioeconomics
May 9th 2024A new study has linked racial and ethnic disparities with factors like age, income, and insurance to breast cancer treatment decline. Patients who received all treatments had better survival, highlighting the need for interventions to improve access and reduce disparities.
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Tackling Health Inequality: The Power of Education and Experience
April 30th 2024To help celebrate and recognize National Minority Health Month, we are bringing you a special month-long podcast series with our Strategic Alliance Partner, UPMC Health Plan. Welcome to our final episode of this limited series and our conversation with Janine Jelks-Seale, MSPPM, director of health equity at UPMC Health Plan.
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Shelly Lanning on How Employers Can Reduce Costs by Bridging Gaps in Women's Health Care
May 3rd 2024In a presentation at the Greater Philadelphia Business Coalition on Health Women’s Health Summit, Shelly Lanning, cofounder and president of Visana Health, addressed the need for comprehensive approaches in women’s health care and their coverage options.
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Joanne Mizell: Lifestyle Modification Programs Take Holistic Aim at Metabolic Disease
May 1st 2024Joanne Mizell shares insurer strategies in addressing the escalating rates of metabolic diseases, highlighting the importance of holistic treatment methods like lifestyle modification programs, which integrate nutrition, physical activity, and community engagement.
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