State Society APP Webinar Series-A Day in the Life of an Oncology APP Across Various Practice Settings

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The webinar, “A Day in the Life of an Oncology APP Across Various Practice Settings,” introduced panelists from rural, community, small private, and academic oncology practices. After opening remarks and poll results showing major challenges like time constraints, keeping up with treatment advances, and burnout, four APPs shared their daily responsibilities and practice environments.<br /><br />Carly Troutman described a rural-adjacent comprehensive cancer center where APPs provide continuity across clinic visits, infusion coverage, and hospital rounding. She emphasized managing multiple tumor types, coordinating care across locations, and handling urgent issues with limited specialist access.<br /><br />Jessica Leibold spoke from an NCI-designated academic center’s community site, where APPs balance high patient volumes, infusion-related issues, documentation, and interdisciplinary coordination. She highlighted the hidden workload of triage, schedule changes, and real-time communication, as well as the importance of teamwork, mentorship, and resilience.<br /><br />Rachel Pink presented the perspective of a tiny private practice, where she is the only NP working alongside one physician. She described a broad, hands-on role involving consults, treatment planning, infusion support, referrals, survivorship, and staff education. She noted the benefits of autonomy, continuity, and close patient relationships, as well as challenges like limited resources and less administrative support.<br /><br />Evan Eastman discussed an academic thoracic oncology practice, including independent and joint clinics, clinical trial coordination, tumor boards, and student mentoring. He noted issues such as physician sign-offs, delayed scheduling, and underrecognized phone triage work.<br /><br />In the Q&A, speakers advised new APPs to seek supportive environments with mentorship, strong team culture, and access to broader professional networks.

Keywords

oncology APP

webinar

rural oncology

academic oncology

community practice

private practice

patient triage

treatment coordination

burnout

mentorship