Samyukta Mullangi

1 week ago | oncologynewscentral.com | Harsha Vyas |Rebecca Johnson |Carina Storrs |Samyukta Mullangi

An analysis of EHR metadata from 2019 to 2022 found that the number of EHR messages for oncologists grew by 19.0%, with medical oncology hit the hardest. These findings, published in JNCI: Journal of the National Cancer Institute, emphasize the need for health systems to implement approaches that help reduce oncologists’ EHR burden, experts say. “Otherwise, we’re going to lose a really valuable modality for patients and clinicians to communicate in a way they previously wouldn’t have.

1 month ago | oncologynewscentral.com | Rebecca Johnson |Carina Storrs |Samyukta Mullangi |Aaron Tallent

Editor’s Note: This is part of an ongoing series designed for oncologists to share their opinions on key issues. If you would like to submit a commentary for consideration, please contact us. Community oncology has long served as the backbone of cancer care delivery for millions of Americans, providing high-quality treatment in accessible, local settings. However, in recent years, these independent practices have been facing unprecedented challenges that threaten their survival.