A Conversation with Melissa Pearson, ODS-C, NC State Cancer Registry
Release Date: 06/04/2024
A Conversation with Kerry Rowe, Oncology Data Program Manager, U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs
Cancer Registry World
In this episode of Cancer Registry World, Kerry Rowe, Oncology Data Program Manager for the National Oncology Program at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, joins Dr. Rick Greene to share insights about the critical role cancer registries play within the VA system. They also explore the history and future direction of the Veterans Cancer Registry. Tune in to learn more about this vital work supporting veteran cancer care.
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A Conversation with Betsy Johnson, Founder and CEO, HIMpros
Cancer Registry World
In this edition of Cancer Registry World, Betsy Johnson, Founder and CEO of HIMpros joins Dr. Rick Greene to share her insights on achieving excellence in cancer registry work and her perspective on the evolving role of technology in supporting registries and the ODS community. Johnson, a dynamic leader in healthcare staffing and information management, brings more than 15 years of industry experience. She is actively engaged in several national professional organizations, including those focused on cancer and trauma registries, AHIMA, and the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE)....
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A Conversation with Alison Klein, PhD, MHS, Director of NFPTR, John's Hospital University School of Medicine
Cancer Registry World
In this edition of Cancer Registry World, we explore the significance of familial pancreatic cancer and the vital role of familial cancer registries. Dr. Alison Klein, Professor of Oncology, Pathology, and Epidemiology, and Director of the National Familial Pancreas Tumor Registry (NFPTR) at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine—joins Dr. Rick Greene to share insights into the registry’s goals and its unique contributions to cancer surveillance and patient management. Don’t miss this engaging discussion packed with valuable perspectives.
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A Conversation with Wui-Jin Koh, MD, Senior VP and Chief Medical Officer, National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN)
Cancer Registry World
This episode of Cancer Registry World features Dr. Wui-Jin Koh, Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN). Dr. Koh explores the vital role of cancer registry data in shaping treatment guidelines and how data-driven guidelines contribute to advancements in cancer management. Tune in to gain valuable insights from this important discussion.
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A Conversation with Janet Vogel, ODS-C, NCRA Board Director, Public Relations and Communications
Cancer Registry World
This episode of Cancer Registry World features Janet Vogel, ODS-C, NCRA Board Director for Public Relations and Communications. Janet is also a Quality and Education Auditor at Omega Healthcare and the host of the popular webinar Tumor Talk. She shares her journey of becoming a cancer registrar, offers insights into the challenges of implementing new coding standards, and discusses her passion for educating the cancer registry community. Tune in for an enlightening and entertaining discussion!
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A Conversation with Dan LeSueur, Chief Operating Officer, and Dr. Jason Jones, Chief Analytics and Data Science Officer, Health Catalyst
Cancer Registry World
This episode of Cancer Registry World showcases two leaders from Health Catalyst: Dan LeSueur, Chief Operating Officer, and Dr. Jason Jones, Chief Analytics and Data Science Officer. Together, they delve into Health Catalyst's mission and explore the pivotal role registries play in unlocking the full potential of healthcare data for informed decision-making and operational excellence. They also share compelling insights into how Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing healthcare analytics to drive better outcomes. Don’t miss this engaging discussion packed with valuable perspectives....
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A Conversation with Sheila Malacaria, ODS-C, Manager, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Cancer Registry, and Ren Garcia, ODS-C, Oncology Data Manager and Registry Quality Analyst, AMN Healthcare
Cancer Registry World
This segment of Cancer Registry World highlights the vital role that regional cancer registrar organizations play in supporting the oncology data specialist community. Sheila Malacaria, ODS-C, Manager of the Cancer Registry at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, and Ren Garcia, ODS-C, Oncology Data Manager and Registry Quality Analyst at AMN Healthcare in Portland, ME, both serve in leadership roles within the Cancer Registrars Association of New England (CRANE). They share insights on how regional associations fulfill the educational and networking needs of ODS professionals,...
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A Conversation with Aaron Galaznik, Chief Scientific Officer, Carevive by Health Catalyst
Cancer Registry World
In this month’s episode of Cancer Registry World, we welcome guest Dr. Aaron Galaznik, Chief Scientific Officer at Carevive, now part of the Health Catalyst family. Dr. Galaznik brings his expertise as a physician and seasoned health outcomes researcher to explore the transformative power of patient-reported outcomes. He shares insights into Carevive’s mission and the innovative strategies driving better care through patient data.
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A Conversation with Angela Costantini, ODS-C, Senior Oncology Data Specialist, Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Cancer Registry World
In this episode of Cancer Registry World, we explore the essential role pediatric cancer registries play in advancing research and improving patient outcomes. Our guest is Angela Costantini, ODS-C, a Senior Oncology Data Specialist at the Cancer and Blood Diseases Institute of Cincinnati Children's Hospital. Join us for an insightful conversation about the impact of pediatric cancer registries and discover how they are driving progress in this vital field.
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A Conversation with Steven Friedman, MHSA, Senior Advisor and SEER Program Manager, National Cancer Institute
Cancer Registry World
In this episode of Cancer Registry World, Steven Friedman, MHSA, Senior Advisor and SEER Program Manager at the National Cancer Institute, highlights the critical role of the SEER Cancer Registry. For decades, SEER personnel have collected extensive data from numerous sites across the U.S., contributing to valuable clinical research and outcomes evaluation for cancer patients. Tune in to gain insights into the registry’s impact on cancer research and patient care!
info_outlineThis segment of Cancer Registry World features Melissa Pearson, ODS-C and Manager of Evaluation and Quality at the North Carolina Central Cancer Registry. She discusses the unique role that state cancer registries play in oncology data collection and assessment of the epidemiology of cancer. Please enjoy listening and learning!