This session included two case studies on Academic Medical Centers.
Ambulatory Satellite Network Development: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
This case study, presented by Elizabeth A. Liebow, Vice President of Clinical Business Development, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, described one academic medical center’s experience in developing a network of satellite clinics. The focus was on why Dana-Farber is developing the network, how it is going about doing so, and the process for selecting the locations and the community partners with which it is working. Specifically, the session focused on the partnerships between the AMC and community hospitals: What’s in it for the AMC, what’s in it for the community hospital, and what are the lessons learned?
Case Study: UPMC Cancer Centers
This case study, presented by Beth Wild Shiring, Vice President & Chief Operating Officer, Business Services, UPMC Cancer Centers, discussed the evolution of UPMC Cancer Centers’ hub and satellite network in Western Pennsylvania and beyond. The focus was on our key strategies associated with building a comprehensive cancer center network such as cancer service line management, strategic partnerships, and network-wide innovation.