2023 World Conference on Lung Cancer (Posters)-EP04.02. Implementation of an Integrated Lung Cancer Screening Program at a Large Academic Community Health System in the U.S.

EP04.02. Implementation of an Integrated Lung Cancer Screening Program at a Large Academic Community Health System in the U.S. - PDF(Abstract)

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This report discusses the implementation of an integrated lung cancer screening program at a large academic community health system in the U.S. The program aimed to increase lung cancer screening by following the updated guidelines established by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) in 2021. The steps implemented from 2020 to 2022 are detailed, including embedding a reminder tool in the electronic medical record, distributing pamphlets in urgent care centers, collaborating with breast care and mammography centers, presenting guidelines at conferences and meetings, conducting community awareness events, and distributing screening informational pamphlets. <br /><br />The results of these implementations showed a significant increase in lung cancer screening orders by over 25% from March 2020 to March 2023. Compliance rates for resource distribution were at 90%, and all 28 urgent care centers continued to distribute materials. The program also saw over 1500 community members attending lung cancer awareness events from 2020 to 2022. Despite the challenges of the COVID pandemic, the increase in screening orders was considered a success.<br /><br />The report concludes by highlighting the strategies employed by the health system to increase the volume of lung cancer screening. The 25% increase in screening orders is seen as a significant achievement, considering the challenges faced during the pandemic. The implementations were well-received by healthcare providers and eligible individuals.<br /><br />Keywords: Screening, Multi-disciplinary, Implementation.

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Jannifer Stromberg

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Speaker Jannifer Stromberg

Topic Screening & Early Detection: Implementation

Keywords

Screening

Multi-disciplinary

Implementation

Lung cancer

Program

Academic community health system

US Preventive Services Task Force

Guidelines

Reminder tool

Electronic medical record