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CANCER BUZZ
CANCER BUZZ features fresh perspectives on hot topics in oncology care delivery. CANCER BUZZ is where stakeholders from the front lines of care to the C-suite, from research to the registry, from chairside to benchside, talk about top-of-mind questions and real-world impact.
Episodes
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Sanford Health's DCT Approach for Rural Patients
Sanford Health is the largest rural health system in the US, providing care to patients across South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin…
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Live from NOC: Dr. Doug Flora's Presidential Address
With cancer diagnoses rising in the US and oncology workforce shortages growing, artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a way to boost operational…
CANCER BUZZNot a Revolution, an Evolution: AI and the Future of Cancer Care
In this episode of Oncology Unscripted, hosts Mark Liu and Deirdre Saulet speak with Doug Flora, MD, Executive Medical Director of Oncology Services at St…
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The Financial Reality of Bispecific Antibodies: What It Takes to Build and Sustain a Program
As oncology therapies become increasingly complex and high cost, cancer programs are being pushed to rethink how financial, operational, and clinical decisions…
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Bringing CAR T-Cell Therapy to the Community Setting
Social drivers of health such as geographic distance, travel burden, or limited availability at specialized patient centers bar many eligible patients from…
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Embedding Local Expertise in Rural Cancer Prevention
Where a person lives in the United States significantly influences both the quality of the cancer care they receive and their treatment outcomes. With a…
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From Reactive to Proactive: Improving Access to Cancer Care Through Pre-Intake Navigation
On top of coping with the anxiety of a cancer diagnosis and the physical effects of treatment, patients with cancer face the dual challenge of accessing and…
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Real-World Oncology Decentralized Trials
Decentralized clinical Trials (DCTs) bring some or all elements of a clinical trial closer to patients. Consent, screening, treatment administration, and more…
CANCER BUZZThe Real Cost of Cancer: Financial Toxicity, Transportation Challenges, and Access Gaps
In this episode of Oncology Unscripted, hosts Mark Liu and Deirdre Saulet speak with Karen Winkfield, MD, PhD, a radiation oncologist and Associate Director of…
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Closing the Gap in Medical Necessity Review With a Clinical Documentation Integrity Registered Nurse
Revenue cycle operations teams are responsible for maintaining reimbursement integrity and regulatory compliance across a rapidly expanding oncology service…
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Utilizing APPs to Deliver Bispecific Antibodies in the Outpatient Setting
Bispecific antibodies (BsAbs) continue to garner the interest of both academic and community cancer centers due to their rapid growth in FDA approvals and…
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Between the Orders and the Infusion: The Patient Experience of Bispecific Antibodies
As bispecific antibodies (BsAbs) become more integrated into oncology care, much of the focus has been placed on clinical protocols and operational readiness…
CANCER BUZZCentering Compassion in Cancer Care
In this episode of Oncology Unscripted, hosts Mark Liu and Deirdre Saulet speak with Arif Kamal, MD, Chief Patient Officer at the American Cancer Society…
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A Pharmacist-Led Care Model for Oncolytic Virus Treatment Delivery
Oncolytic viruses are a novel and effective way to treat cancers by infecting and destroying cancer cells, but clinical delivery necessitates creative…
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The Urology-Oncology Partnership in ADCs
In 2025, the FDA approved the antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) enfortumab vedotin combined with pembrolizumab for patients with cisplatin-ineligible…
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A Team Approach to ADCs in Bladder Cancer
At the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), the team treating patients with bladder cancer and other genitourinary malignancies utilizes a…
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MDS: Low Risk Isn't No Risk
Myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), a rare category of bone marrow disorders that may develop into acute myeloid leukemia, are categorized into risk groups…
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Beyond Body Art: Restoring Wholeness Through Paramedical Tattooing
From the moment a woman learns that she has breast cancer, her life is forever changed—from the treatment challenges of chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery to…
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Bridging Radiation and Oncology in SCLC Care
Radiation therapy is a powerful and non-invasive tool in the management of small cell lung cancer (SCLC), but radiation oncologists are not always fully…
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Championing Bispecific Antibodies in the VA
Bispecific antibodies (BsAbs) are an emerging and fast-developing area of immunotherapy, particularly in the treatment of hematologic malignancies. However…
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Data-Driven Toxicity Management for ADCs
Toxicities related to antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) can significantly impact quality of life for patients with locally advanced or metastatic bladder cancer…
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Advancing Cancer Care Worldwide: ACCC Global eXchange
The ACCC Global eXchange series is committed to highlighting cross-regional collaborations that advance cancer care delivery and workforce development…
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Designing Care That Creates Value for Patients and the Health System
At the inaugural ACCC Leadership Summit, C-suite executives and senior-level decision makers in oncology convened for strategic dialogue, panel discussions…
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A Collaborative Approach to Health Policy Changes
At the inaugural ACCC Leadership Summit, C-suite executives and senior-level decision makers in oncology convened for strategic dialogue, panel discussions…
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Closing the Gap Between Innovation and Implementation: Strategic Partnerships in Oncology
At the inaugural ACCC Leadership Summit, C-suite executives and senior-level decision makers in oncology convened for strategic dialogue, engaging panel…
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Becoming a Smart Consumer of AI as an Oncology Leader
At the inaugural ACCC Leadership Summit, C-suite executives and senior-level decision makers in oncology convened for strategic dialogue, engaging panel…
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BsAbs: Moving from Curiosity to Confidence
Indications for the use of bispecific antibodies (BsAbs) are rapidly increasing in oncology. While many cancer centers are keeping an eye on this developing…
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Innovation in Action: Breaking Down the 2025 ACCC Impact Report
For 52 years, ACCC has brought together thousands of health care professionals from across the nation representing all disciplines in oncology. Today, with…
CANCER BUZZTransforming Palliative Care in Oncology
In this episode of Oncology Unscripted, hosts Mark Liu and Deirdre Saulet speak with 2025 ACCC Innovator Award Winner Andrew Ambort, DO, a palliative care…
CANCER BUZZStreamlining Access to TIL Cell Therapy for Melanoma
Tumor-infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) cell therapy is a promising option for patients with advanced melanoma, but logistical and referral challenges can be a…
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Policy in Practice: Change Hits the Clinic
Changing regulations are reshaping the practice of oncology. Issues such as prior authorization, shifting coverage policies, reporting mandates, and…
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Addressing Psychosocial Distress With Psychedelic-Inspired Therapies
As the number of patients and survivors of cancer grows each year, awareness of the disease's emotional toll—including depression, anxiety, and deep…
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Set Goals in Today's Health Care Reality
Of the barriers to innovation and adopting new strategies, human hesitation is one of the greatest. Health care is a rapidly evolving field by nature, which is…
CANCER BUZZPlans for 2026: A Dialogue With ACCC's Executive Director
In the second installment of Oncology Unscripted, an unfiltered, honest dialogue about the state of cancer care today, hosts Mark Liu and Deirdre Saulet invite…
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APPs Paving the Way in Leadership
Advanced practice providers (APPs) are both an integral part of the care team and a driving force behind innovation in oncology. This special state society…
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Training the Next Generation of Oncology Leaders
Cancer cases, cancer-related deaths, and survivorship are projected to rise exponentially—yet oncology faces critical workforce shortages. In this episode…
CANCER BUZZIntroducing Oncology Unscripted
Introducing a brand new podcast from ACCC: Oncology Unscripted. In this inaugural episode, hosts Mark Liu and Deirdre Saulet lay out what listeners can expect…
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CAR T-Cell Therapy Insights from the Field
CAR T-cell therapy is a potentially life-saving treatment for patients with certain hematologic malignancies. Yet, the logistical challenges and the need for…
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Claudin 18.2 Reshaping Gastric Cancer Treatment
Claudin 18.2 is a novel biomarker for advanced gastric and gastroesophageal junction cancer. Patients who test positive for claudin 18.2 may be candidates for…
CANCER BUZZNavigating R/R FL: A Patient Centered Approach
Relapsed/refractory follicular lymphoma (R/R FL) is challenging to treat, requiring thoughtful clinical decision-making during treatment selection and…
CANCER BUZZ1st Guest 6 Years Later
After 6 years of bringing listeners key insights into the most pressing topics in oncology, ACCC's podcast, CANCER BUZZ, has gotten a facelift! In this…
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Championing Lung Cancer Clinical Trials in the VA
US Veterans are at a heightened risk for lung cancer due to service-related exposures. Integrating clinical research into routine oncology care at the US…
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Exploring FGFR2b in Gastric and GEJ Cancer
Fibroblast growth factor receptor 2 isoform IIIb (FGFR2b) is an emerging biomarker present in about 38% of patients with advanced gastric or gastroesophageal…
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Unlocking ESR1 Mutations in Breast Cancer
In metastatic breast cancer, resistance to therapy remains one of the most challenging aspects to care. A key driver of resistance in hormone…
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Retired Nurses Supporting the Workforce
Una Hopkins, DNP, MSN, FNP-BC, NE-BC, RN, FACCC, president of the Association of Cancer Care Centers (ACCC) designated her theme for the 2025-2026 year as…
CANCER BUZZLIVE from NOC: Women Leaders in Oncology
Synopsis: Live this week from the ACCC 42nd National Oncology Conference (NOC), CANCER BUZZ speaks with Dr. Deirdre Saulet, who discusses highlights from…
CANCER BUZZLIVE from NOC: Hot Topics
Live this week from the ACCC 42nd National Oncology Conference (NOC), CANCER BUZZ catches up with attendees who highlight takeaways from this year's hot topic…
CANCER BUZZLIVE from NOC:Serving a Growing Patient Population
Live this week from the ACCC 42nd National Oncology Conference (NOC), CANCER BUZZ shares highlights from the President's Fireside Chat, where Una Hopkins leads…
CANCER BUZZLIVE from NOC: Psychosocial Care, Alcohol, Marijuana and more
Live this week from the ACCC's 42nd National Oncology Conference (NOC), CANCER BUZZ speaks with ACCC Board of Trustees member Jennifer Bires, who details the…
CANCER BUZZLIVE from NOC: Exec Dir on Unleashing Innovation
Live this week from the ACCC's 42nd National Oncology Conference (NOC), CANCER BUZZ speaks with ACCC Executive Director Meagan O'Neill, MS, who previews the…
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2025 Trending Now in Cancer Care: Part 2
Since 2010, the Association of Cancer Care Centers (ACCC) has produced an annual Trending Now in Cancer Care report, highlighting the biggest challenges…
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2025 Trending Now in Cancer Care: Part 1
Since 2010, the Association of Cancer Care Centers (ACCC) has produced an annual Trending Now in Cancer Care report, highlighting the biggest challenges…
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A Patient-Centered Approach to CDK4/6 Inhibitors
The George Washington Cancer Center serves a racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse population across Washington, D.C., northern Virginia, and…
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Bridging the AYA Survivorship Gap
It is essential for adolescents and young adults (AYAs) to have a foundation of care prior to discharge after their cancer treatment, and the multidisciplinary…
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Real World Models for APP Onboarding
Advanced practice providers (APPs) play an increasingly vital role in delivering high-quality, team-based care. APPs need the right support and structure when…
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Blood Cancer Awareness Month
According to Blood Cancer United (formerly the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society), approximately every 3 minutes, 1 person in the United States is diagnosed with…
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Workplace Culture
In this episode, CANCER BUZZ speaks with Susan Salgado, PhD, keynote speaker at the upcoming 42nd National Oncology Conference, about her approach to…
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A Patient and Her Care Team on Trust + Clinical Trials
Clinical research is critical to the development of life saving treatments. And ACCC has long supported equitable access to clinical trials, including efforts…
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Bridging the Gap: Enhancing Cancer Care Through Financial Navigation
The high cost associated with cancer diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship makes the burden of financial toxicity an unavoidable reality for many patients—and…
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Managing CDK4/6 Inhibitor Toxicities in Breast Cancer
Effective management of adverse events and addressing barriers to care are critical to optimizing outcomes and maintaining quality of life for patients…