The Future of Psychosocial Oncology: AI, Innovation, and the Next Era of Supportive Care
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Overview

How can artificial intelligence (AI) support—not replace—the human-centered foundations of psychosocial oncology? In this session, Jennifer Bires, MSW, LCSW, OSW-C, CST, executive director of Life with Cancer at Inova Schar Cancer Institute, explores how AI-driven innovation may shape the future of supportive oncology care delivery. The discussion examines emerging opportunities for improving patient access, streamlining workflows, enhancing distress screening and navigation, and supporting care teams while maintaining empathy, trust, and patient-centered communication. Viewers will gain insight into the evolving role of AI in psychosocial oncology, including practical considerations for implementation, ethical implications, and the importance of preserving the human connection in cancer care.

Learning Objectives
  • Describe emerging applications of artificial intelligence in psychosocial oncology and mental health supportive care.
  • Identify opportunities for AI and digital tools to expand access to mental health support for patients with cancer and their caregivers.
  • Discuss practical considerations, including ethical, clinical, and implementation challenges, when integrating AI into supportive oncology care.

Speaker


 

Jennifer Bires, MSW, LCSW, OSW-C, CST
Executive Director, Peterson Life with Cancer
Inova Schar Cancer Institute


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