FACESof Community Oncology
Each year, millions of people in the United States are diagnosed with cancer—and the majority are treated in community oncology clinics near where they live or work.
Community oncology advocates, physicians, pharmacists, practice leaders, and other oncology professionals are the beating heart of the community cancer care system, working tirelessly to provide every patient the highest quality care possible and protect access to convenient, personal cancer care.
Every person has a story—and each a reason they choose community oncology.
FACES of
Community Oncology
FACES of
Community Oncology
Each year, millions of people in the United States are diagnosed with cancer—and the majority are treated in community oncology clinics near where they live or work.
Community oncology advocates, physicians, pharmacists, practice leaders, and other oncology professionals are the beating heart of the community cancer care system, working tirelessly to provide every patient the highest quality care possible and protect access to convenient, personal cancer care.
Every person has a story—and each a reason they choose community oncology.
Meet the Faces
Leading COA into the Future
“COA is the only organization with a vested interest in advocating specifically for community oncology practices and, most importantly, our patients.”
Miriam Atkins, MD, FACP
Inspired To Advocate
“CPAN gave me the voice I needed to stand up for patients, survivors, and the incredible community oncology professionals who were by my side throughout my cancer journey.”
BETTY APT
Finding His Community with COA
“I had to protect my patients, my community, but I couldn’t do it alone. Joining COA made it all possible.”
Harry “Mac” Barnes III, MD
Lifting Community Oncology’s Collective Voice
“Community oncology is successful because of the people. I’m proud of our collective commitment to do the right thing for patients.”
DAVID EAGLE, MD
Leading the Fight for Community Oncology
“Leading this CPAN chapter is about making sure those most affected have a say in policies that impact their cancer care. CPAN offers a community, a movement, and a sense of purpose.”
Chelsea Klock, RN, OCN
Taking Control Of Cancer Care
“I almost lost access to the cancer treatment my doctor knew was right for me—but thanks to CPAN I knew exactly what to do.”
ARMANDO LASTRA, RN
Bringing Together The Cancer Care Community
“Our biggest accomplishment is building an organization, a team of advocates, who are committed to improving the lives of millions of people fighting cancer in this country.”
Ted Okon, MBA
Advancing Equity in Cancer Care
“Community oncologists treat more than just cancer—they treat the whole person. Meeting the unique needs of every patient is our path to a more equitable cancer care system.”
Kashyap Patel, MD
Prioritizing Patient Care
“In other settings, some patients can’t get the care they need simply because treatment is too expensive. Thanks to COA and COPA, that will never happen in community oncology.”
Eileen Peng, PharmD
Elevating The Power Of Patient Voices
“COA’s support helps us advance our advocacy efforts. Through CPAN, our practice is able to bring efforts to the community level and provide education at the right place and time.”
Lisa Poiry RN, OCN
Providing The Best Care Possible
“When people with cancer don’t get their medication on time, outcomes can suffer. Thanks to COA and COPA, I get to make sure our patients always get the best care possible.”
CAROL RILEY, RN
Building The Next Generation Of Community Oncologists
“We show fellows this truly special world of oncology, where they can care for patients in their own community without sacrificing quality or innovation.”
STEPHEN SCHLEICHER, MD, MBA
Establishing The Community Oncology Alliance
“There was no question we had to act together to protect our patients’ access to cancer care where they live and work.”
KURT TAUER, MD, FACP
Ensuring the Future of Community Oncology
“The fellows of today are the partners and colleagues of tomorrow. It’s important that they see community oncology as a meaningful path for their professional journey and personal lives.”
Emily Touloukian, DO
Caring For The Community
“Our patients know they are at home when it comes to cancer care. They can reach us any time with any issue, and we make them a priority, immediately.”
DONNY Wade, MD
Providing Care Close To Home
“We’re here today because of COA. Every challenge, every issue, every law that threatens patient care, COA is there to stand up for us.”
Jeff Vacirca, MD, FACP
Leading COA into the Future
“COA is the only organization with a vested interest in advocating specifically for community oncology practices and, most importantly, our patients.”
Miriam Atkins, MD, FACP
Leading COA into the Future
“COA is the only organization with a vested interest in advocating specifically for community oncology practices and, most importantly, our patients.”
Miriam Atkins, MD, FACP
Inspired to Advocate
“CPAN gave me the voice I needed to stand up for patients, survivors, and the incredible community oncology professionals who were by my side throughout my cancer journey.”
Betty Apt
Inspired to Advocate
“CPAN gave me the voice I needed to stand up for patients, survivors, and the incredible community oncology professionals who were by my side throughout my cancer journey.”
Betty Apt
Leading the Fight for Community Oncology
“Leading this CPAN chapter is about making sure those most affected have a say in policies that impact their cancer care. CPAN offers a community, a movement, and a sense of purpose.”
Chelsea Klock, RN, OCN
Leading the Fight for Community Oncology
“Leading this CPAN chapter is about making sure those most affected have a say in policies that impact their cancer care. CPAN offers a community, a movement, and a sense of purpose.”
Chelsea Klock, RN, OCN
Taking Control of Cancer Care
“I almost lost access to the cancer treatment my doctor knew was right for me—but thanks to CPAN I knew exactly what to do.”
Armando Lastra, RN
Taking Control of Cancer Care
“I almost lost access to the cancer treatment my doctor knew was right for me—but thanks to CPAN I knew exactly what to do.”
Armando Lastra, RN
Elevating the Power of Patient Voices
“COA’s support helps us advance our advocacy efforts. Through CPAN, our practice is able to bring efforts to the community level and provide education at the right place and time.”
Lisa Poiry
Elevating the Power of Patient Voices
“COA’s support helps us advance our advocacy efforts. Through CPAN, our practice is able to bring efforts to the community level and provide education at the right place and time.”
Lisa Poiry
Providing the Best Care Possible
“When people with cancer don’t get their medication on time, outcomes can suffer. Thanks to COA and COPA, I get to make sure our patients always get the best care possible.”
CAROL RILEY, RN
Providing the Best Care Possible
“When people with cancer don’t get their medication on time, outcomes can suffer. Thanks to COA and COPA, I get to make sure our patients always get the best care possible.”
CAROL RILEY, RN
Building the Next Generation of Community Oncologists
“We show fellows this truly special world of oncology, where they can care for patients in their own community without sacrificing quality or innovation.”
STEPHEN SCHLEICHER, MD, MBA
Building the Next Generation of Community Oncologists
“We show fellows this truly special world of oncology, where they can care for patients in their own community without sacrificing quality or innovation.”
STEPHEN SCHLEICHER, MD, MBA
Establishing the Community Oncology Alliance
“There was no question we had to act together to protect our patients’ access to cancer care where they live and work.”
KURT TAUER, MD, FACP
Establishing the Community Oncology Alliance
“There was no question we had to act together to protect our patients’ access to cancer care where they live and work.”
KURT TAUER, MD, FACP
Caring for the Community
“Our patients know they are at home when it comes to cancer care. They can reach us any time with any issue, and we make them a priority, immediately.”
DONNY WADE, MD
Caring for the Community
“Our patients know they are at home when it comes to cancer care. They can reach us any time with any issue, and we make them a priority, immediately.”
DONNY WADE, MD
