Moving the Needle in Cancer Care

Episode 54: Moving the Needle in Cancer Care.

Nothing in life can prepare a person for the moment a clinician says, “You have cancer.”

A cancer diagnosis can turn a person’s world upside down — emotionally, physically and financially — and can bring many changes for them and their loved ones. Navigating the unknown is where CancerCare® can support patients and their families.

Founded in 1944, CancerCare is the leading national organization providing free, professional support services and information to help people manage the emotional, practical and financial challenges of cancer.

All CancerCare services are provided by master's-prepared oncology social workers and world-leading cancer experts. The organization provides financial assistance, counseling and case management to oncology patients across the country, with a goal to provide a high quality of life for the patient diagnosed with cancer.

On this episode of the InsideOut Podcast, Patricia Goldsmith, Chief Executive Officer at CancerCare, joins host Mike Alkire, President and Chief Executive Officer at Premier, to discuss how CancerCare partners with patients and institutions from across the nation to help them navigate their cancer diagnosis and provide tools to support them during their journey.

The InsideOut Podcast shares compelling stories of innovation in America's healthcare system. This podcast brings together innovative leaders from inside and outside the healthcare industry – from the big names you see in bold print every day, to those that just have bold things to say – to explore the country’s rapidly-shifting healthcare landscape and provide smart solutions to the challenges we face. Tune in now to the full episode to hear about how the phrase “You Got to Believe” has inspired Patricia to make a difference in those affected by a cancer diagnosis.