Defining the Role of the Advanced Practice Provider Within the National Cancer Institute Community Oncology Research Program.

Christa M Braun-Inglis Emily V Dressler Jamie S Myers Al Bowen Benson Marie Anne Flannery Marjorie GoodAndrea DenicoffJeffrey L BerenbergAlisha T DeTroyeBridget O'BrienLisa A KottschadeDee Ann OmatsuCarol A KittelChandylen L NightingaleMelyssa FoustGlenn J Lesser

Published in: JCO oncology practice (2024)

Practice groups report involving APPs in clinical research within the NCORP network; however, opportunities for growth exists. As team-based care has enhanced clinical practice in oncology, this same approach can be used to enhance successful research. Suggested strategies include supporting APP research-related time, recognition, and education. The findings of this survey and subsequent recommendations may be applied to all adult oncology practices that participate in clinical research.

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