Radio Advisory 270: Service line snapshot: What every health leader needs to know
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Oct 7, 2025 In this insightful discussion, Lindsey Paul, an oncology expert, addresses rising cancer rates and innovative treatments. Kristin Strubel, a cardiovascular authority, analyzes bottlenecks in procedures and staff retention strategies. Gabriela Marmolejos, a women's health specialist, highlights the impact of policy on rural obstetrics and advocates for team-based care models. Ellie Wiles, focusing on neurology, talks about rising care costs and the shift to value-based payment models. Together, they explore critical trends shaping healthcare's future.
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Cancer Volumes Rising Across Diverse Age Groups
- Cancer incidence is rising among younger (<49) and much older (75+) patients, plus a growing survivor population with diverse needs.
- Lindsey Paul says programs must redesign care pathways to meet varied needs across age groups.
Deploy Whole-Team Oncology Care
- Use the full oncology care team: APPs, pharmacists, and stronger primary care ties to meet varying patient needs.
- Delegate survivorship and noncancer issues to primary care and allied professionals to preserve oncologist capacity.
New Cancer Therapies Reshape Delivery
- New therapies like cell/gene treatments and radiopharmaceuticals are reshaping oncology workflows and staffing needs.
- Lindsey Paul warns programs must adapt infrastructure and roles to safely deliver these innovations.