Jeffery M. Spier, MD, and Travis Mendel, MD, presented “APC Pathways – The Large Urology Group Practice Model” during the 34th International Prostate Cancer Update on February 12, 2024, in Vail, Colorado.
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How to cite: Mendel, Travis and Spier, Jeffery M. “APC Pathways – The Large Urology Group Practice Model.” February 2024. Accessed Nov 2024. https://grandroundsinurology.com/apc-pathways-the-large-urology-group-practice-model/
APC Pathways – The Large Urology Group Practice Model – Summary
Jeffrey M. Spier, MD, and Travis Mendel, MD, discuss the use of Advanced Prostate Cancer (APC) Pathways within large urology group practices. Dr. Spier begins by reviewing the impact of oral options and other advances in treatment collaboration between APC patients and their physicians which led to the formation of large urology group practices.
Dr. Spier then discusses the factors which contribute to the success of large urology groups in treating patients with APC, with an emphasis on improved quality of care. He highlights the importance of combining real-world clinical intelligence with a multidisciplinary approach for continuous improvement in the quality of care received by patients.
Dr. Mendel takes over from Dr. Spier by explaining the differences between clinical guidelines and clinical pathways. He presents examples of treatment pathways for various stages of APC, with a focus on the impact of PSMA-PET.
Dr. Mendel concludes by discussing the potential use of these pathways in creating better AI treatment aids for physicians. Dr. Spier ends the presentation with an emphasis on the positive impact of a multidisciplinary team.
About The 34th Annual International Prostate Cancer Update:
The International Prostate Cancer Update (IPCU), founded in 1990, is a multi-day CME conference focused on prostate cancer treatment updates with expert, international faculty. It is led by expert physicians and is designed for urologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and other healthcare professionals involved in the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer. The 34th iteration of the meeting occurred February 11-14, 2024 in Vail, Colorado. To view more educational presentations from IPCU 34, visit our collection page.
