Abstract
Lung cancer screening improves lung-cancer specific and potentially overall survival; however, uptake rates are concerningly low. Several barriers to screening exist and require a systemic approach to address. The authors describe their approach toward building a centralized lung cancer screening program at an urban academic center along with lessons learned. To this end, the identification of involved stakeholders, evaluation of community barriers and needs, optimization of the electronic health system, and implementation of system of standardized follow-up for patients are processes for consideration. Perhaps most important to undertaking this endeavor is the need to customize each program and maintain adaptability.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 333-341 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Thoracic Surgery Clinics |
Volume | 33 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Nov 1 2023 |
Keywords
- Lung cancer
- Multidisciplinary care
- Navigator
- Screening
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Medicine