A chemotherapy privileging process for advanced practice providers at an academic medical center.

Michelle A CarrasquilloTyler A VestJill S BatesAimee FasoJessica AutenIan BuchananMeghan McCannLisa CareyLindsey B Amerine

Published in: Journal of oncology pharmacy practice : official publication of the International Society of Oncology Pharmacy Practitioners (2019)

The creation of the LOPP designation is an effective way to integrate nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and pharmacists within oncology practice. The inclusion of a focused privileging process ensures the safety of cancer care provided and has created a streamlined process for chemotherapy modifications and supportive care.

Keyphrases

primary care
healthcare
palliative care
quality improvement
locally advanced
general practice
emergency department
squamous cell carcinoma
pain management
radiation therapy
rectal cancer
chemotherapy induced