National Initiative Helps Reduce Missed Radiation Appointments for Cancer Patients

National initiative helps reduce missed radiation appointments for cancer patients

A national quality improvement program led by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) found that transportation barriers and illness are among the top reasons cancer patients miss critical radiation therapy appointments - and that providing hospitals and patients with structured support can reduce missed appointments by up to 40%.

Cancer Quality Improvement Initiative Reduces Missed Radiation Appointments

A groundbreaking national quality improvement initiative led by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) has shed new light on the persistent problem of missed radiation therapy appointments among cancer patients and demonstrated promising strategies to mitigate this issue. Radiation therapy, a cornerstone of cancer treatment, requires patients to attend frequent daily sessions over several weeks, creating logistical and personal challenges that o…