The establishment and future of integrated onco‐palliative care

Jan, M. Yahya; Campbell, Toby C.

doi:10.1002/cncr.33475

Cancer

2021

DOI: 10.1002/cncr.33475

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The establishment and future of integrated onco‐palliative care

M. Yahya Jan

Toby C. Campbell

Abstract: Requiring oncology fellows to rotate with the inpatient and/or outpatient palliative care teams provides the best opportunity to understand the role of palliative care in the multidisciplinary care for oncology patients. This also serves as a

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"Establishing a Multi-disciplinary Adult Oncology Unit at Muhimbili National Hospital: Lessons Learned, Challenges, and Opportunities Amidst Tanzania's Growing Cancer Burden"

Nyagabona,

Shayo,

Kayombo

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The escalating cancer burden, particularly in low- and middle-income countries such as Tanzania, necessitates innovative strategies. One strategy is to increase access to cancer services through the establishment of treatment in existing referral hospitals that offer multidisciplinary care, as was the case in the opening of the adult oncology unit at Muhimbili National Hospital (MNH) in Tanzania. A comprehensive facility assessment served as the foundation for this expansion, encompassing assessments of the spatial requirements of human resources, equipment, and drug availability. Aiming to ensure optimal resource allocation and effective implementation by capitalizing on existing systems. The main objective of opening the MNH adult oncology unit was to increase coverage and accessibility to comprehensive cancer care services. This initiative has substantially improved patient outcomes, with reduced wait times for oncology care initiation, facilitating seamless care coordination that capitalizes on multidisciplinary treatment planning. The unit has provided benefits to MNH by fostering collaborative efforts, serving as a revenue generation point, and expanding care that aligns with institutional goals. Nonetheless, challenges persist, including space constraints and an inadequate number of trained human resources for oncology care. The successful establishment of the MNH's adult oncology unit exemplifies the significance of stakeholder engagement, adaptability, and collaboration. A comprehensive approach that emphasizes workforce development, community awareness, and infrastructure enhancement offers promise in confronting Tanzania's mounting cancer burden.

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"Establishing a Multi-disciplinary Adult Oncology Unit at Muhimbili National Hospital: Lessons Learned, Challenges, and Opportunities Amidst Tanzania's Growing Cancer Burden"

Nyagabona,

Shayo,

Kayombo

et al. 2023

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The establishment and future of integrated onco‐palliative care

Abstract: Requiring oncology fellows to rotate with the inpatient and/or outpatient palliative care teams provides the best opportunity to understand the role of palliative care in the multidisciplinary care for oncology patients. This also serves as a

Cited by 1 publication

References 8 publications

"Establishing a Multi-disciplinary Adult Oncology Unit at Muhimbili National Hospital: Lessons Learned, Challenges, and Opportunities Amidst Tanzania's Growing Cancer Burden"

"Establishing a Multi-disciplinary Adult Oncology Unit at Muhimbili National Hospital: Lessons Learned, Challenges, and Opportunities Amidst Tanzania's Growing Cancer Burden"

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