Cancer Registry World

In this segment of Cancer Registry World, Laurie Kirstein, MD, FACS, a breast surgical oncologist in the Division of Surgical Oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and current Chair of the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (CoC), discusses her vision and priorities for the CoC. Drawing on the power of cancer registry data, she highlights the essential role Oncology Data Specialists play in advancing cancer care, quality measurement, and program improvement. Tune in to hear how data-driven insights are shaping the future of oncology.

In this segment of Cancer Registry World, Karen Knight, Executive Director of the North American Association of Central Cancer Registries (NAACCR), discusses the organization's vital role in advancing cancer surveillance and shares her perspective on the future of cancer registries, including the technologies needed to support more timely, comprehensive data.

In this segment of Cancer Registry World, we explore the critical need to define and capture cancer recurrence data—and the challenges registries face today. Dr. David Byrd, surgical oncologist and former chair of the American Joint Committee on Cancer (AJCC), shares insights from his work leading a multidisciplinary workgroup to establish meaningful, standardized approaches to recurrence data collection.

In this episode of Cancer Registry World, we're joined by Nadine Walker, ODS, Editor of the Journal of Registry Management and Senior Director of Professional Practice at the National Cancer Registrars Association. Nadine shares her insights on the vital role cancer registries play in advancing research and supporting peer-reviewed publications dedicated to cancer. Tune in for an informative discussion that highlights the impact of registry data on the future of oncology research.

Join us for an insightful conversation with Fernanda Michels, MSc, PhD, ODS-C, Program Manager of Data Quality and Integration at the North American Association of Central Cancer Registries (NAACCR). In this episode, Dr. Michels explains the critical role state cancer registries play in cancer surveillance and why data quality and accuracy matter for meaningful outcomes. Listen now to gain expert insights into the backbone of cancer data collection.

On this episode of Cancer Registry World, we welcome Dr. Charles M. Balch, MD, FACS—an internationally recognized surgical oncologist and melanoma expert. Dr. Balch shares his insights on how cancer registry data plays a pivotal role in advancing clinical trials and evaluating patient outcomes, particularly in melanoma care. Join us for a compelling conversation that highlights the power of registries in shaping evidence-based oncology.

On this month's episode of Cancer Registry World, we welcome our guest Alana Hudson, PhD, MPH, Assistant Professor in the Department of Cancer Prevention and Control at West Virginia University School of Medicine. Dr. Hudson shares her perspective as a cancer epidemiologist and highlights the essential role cancer registry data plays in advancing cancer prevention research. Join us for an insightful conversation that underscores the value of registries in improving population health.

On this episode of Cancer Registry World, we shine a spotlight on The Mesothelioma Center in Orlando, Florida—a trusted resource dedicated to supporting patients and families navigating a mesothelioma diagnosis. Joining us are Jose Ortiz, Medical Outreach Liaison, and Karen Selby, Registered Nurse and Board-Certified Patient Advocate, who share how patient education, advocacy, and the power of cancer registry data come together to improve lives.

Candice Roth, MSN, RN, CENP, brings deep expertise and a passion for oncology navigation to her role as Executive Director of AONN+. In this episode of Cancer Registry World with host Dr. Rick Greene, she shares how her background in nursing and healthcare operations shapes the strategic direction and growth of AONN+. She also discusses the vital role cancer registry data plays in empowering nurse navigators and improving patient care across the oncology continuum. Don’t miss this engaging discussion packed with valuable perspectives.

In this episode of Cancer Registry World, Kerry Rowe, Oncology Data Program Manager for the National Oncology Program at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, joins Dr. Rick Greene to share insights about the critical role cancer registries play within the VA system. They also explore the history and future direction of the Veterans Cancer Registry. Tune in to learn more about this vital work supporting veteran cancer care.

In this edition of Cancer Registry World, Betsy Johnson, Founder and CEO of HIMpros joins Dr. Rick Greene to share her insights on achieving excellence in cancer registry work and her perspective on the evolving role of technology in supporting registries and the ODS community. Johnson, a dynamic leader in healthcare staffing and information management, brings more than 15 years of industry experience. She is actively engaged in several national professional organizations, including those focused on cancer and trauma registries, AHIMA, and the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE). Tune in and be inspired by her vision for the future.

In this edition of Cancer Registry World, we explore the significance of familial pancreatic cancer and the vital role of familial cancer registries. Dr. Alison Klein—Professor of Oncology, Pathology, and Epidemiology, and Director of the National Familial Pancreas Tumor Registry (NFPTR) at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine—joins Dr. Rick Greene to share insights into the registry’s goals and its unique contributions to cancer surveillance and patient management. Don’t miss this engaging discussion packed with valuable perspectives.

This episode of Cancer Registry World features Dr. Wui-Jin Koh, Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN). Dr. Koh explores the vital role of cancer registry data in shaping treatment guidelines and how data-driven guidelines contribute to advancements in cancer management. Tune in to gain valuable insights from this important discussion.

This episode of Cancer Registry World features Janet Vogel, ODS-C, NCRA Board Director for Public Relations and Communications. Janet is also a Quality and Education Auditor at Omega Healthcare and the host of the popular webinar Tumor Talk. She shares her journey of becoming a cancer registrar, offers insights into the challenges of implementing new coding standards, and discusses her passion for educating the cancer registry community. Tune in for an enlightening and entertaining discussion!

This episode of Cancer Registry World showcases two leaders from Health Catalyst: Dan LeSueur, Chief Operating Officer, and Dr. Jason Jones, Chief Analytics and Data Science Officer. Together, they delve into Health Catalyst's mission and explore the pivotal role registries play in unlocking the full potential of healthcare data for informed decision-making and operational excellence. They also share compelling insights into how Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing healthcare analytics to drive better outcomes. Don’t miss this engaging discussion packed with valuable perspectives.

This segment of Cancer Registry World highlights the vital role that regional cancer registrar organizations play in supporting the oncology data specialist community. Sheila Malacaria, ODS-C, Manager of the Cancer Registry at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, and Ren Garcia, ODS-C, Oncology Data Manager and Registry Quality Analyst at AMN Healthcare in Portland, ME, both serve in leadership roles within the Cancer Registrars Association of New England (CRANE). They share insights on how regional associations fulfill the educational and networking needs of ODS professionals, fostering growth and collaboration across the field.

In this month’s episode of Cancer Registry World, we welcome guest Dr. Aaron Galaznik, Chief Scientific Officer at Carevive, now part of the Health Catalyst family. Dr. Galaznik brings his expertise as a physician and seasoned health outcomes researcher to explore the transformative power of patient-reported outcomes. He shares insights into Carevive’s mission and the innovative strategies driving better care through patient data.

In this episode of Cancer Registry World, we explore the essential role pediatric cancer registries play in advancing research and improving patient outcomes. Our guest is Angela Costantini, ODS-C, a Senior Oncology Data Specialist at the Cancer and Blood Diseases Institute of Cincinnati Children's Hospital. Join us for an insightful conversation about the impact of pediatric cancer registries and discover how they are driving progress in this vital field.

In this episode of Cancer Registry World, Steven Friedman, MHSA, Senior Advisor and SEER Program Manager at the National Cancer Institute, highlights the critical role of the SEER Cancer Registry. For decades, SEER personnel have collected extensive data from numerous sites across the U.S., contributing to valuable clinical research and outcomes evaluation for cancer patients. Tune in to gain insights into the registry’s impact on cancer research and patient care!

In this episode of Cancer Registry World, we are excited to feature two esteemed colleagues from Health Catalyst: Launa Goodman, Clinical Data Program Manager for Oncology, and Allie Coronis, Senior Vice President of Tech-Enabled Managed Services (TEMS). They delve into the crucial role that cancer and other registries play in meeting the global demand for accurate and meaningful data within healthcare enterprises. Enjoy listening and learning!