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Community Oncology Alliance launches Advanced Practice Provider Network

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THE COMMUNITY ONCOLOGY ALLIANCE launched the Advanced Practice Provider Network, for oncology nurse practitioners, physician assistants and others.

The network consists of a private, peer-to-peer-only information sharing website and listserv; monthly conference calls to review important practice issues and discuss solutions; and opportunities for in-person meetings. Participation in the network is open and free of charge to all qualified advanced practice providers. Vendors and other industry representatives are not allowed access to join this private network.

The network’s goal is to keep members up to date on the latest news and developments, such as patient support strategies; health reform initiatives; the newest drugs and therapies; and strengthening advanced provider leadership roles in practices.

The network is led and organized by advanced practice providers in community practices with technical support from COA. The co-chairs are Sarah Alexander, nurse practitioner at Lake Norman Oncology in Mooresville, N.C.; and Diana Youngs, nurse practitioner at North Shore Hematology Oncology Associates in Long Island, N.Y.

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