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The trend of moving oncology care to the outpatient setting is driven by clinical and patient-centered aspects, financial benefits, and the lack of inpatient bed space. At the NCCN 2024 Annual Conference, a panel of experts discussed challenges and opportunities in providing high-quality outpatient oncology care, including resource allocation, leadership recognition, and involving all stakeholders in the decision-making process. Speakers also highlighted the difficulties in providing adequate outpatient cancer care, such as limited lodging options, adapting treatment for elderly patients, and managing infection risk. Strategies for improving patient satisfaction, reducing costs, and enhancing quality of care centered on proactive risk assessment, standardization of policies and procedures, and creative solutions such as curbside clinics.
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