HIGHTSTOWN, N.J., Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Advanced Practitioner Society for Hematology and Oncology (APSHO) is proud to announce the receipt of the prestigious Summit Award from the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE), the highest recognition within the association industry.
The award highlights APSHO's exceptional work in advancing education through the APSHO Cancer Therapy Prescribing Course, an offering available within APSHO's AP Academy, the society's educational platform for advanced practitioners (APs) in the field of hematology and oncology.
The APSHO Cancer Therapy Prescribing Course addresses a critical gap in the healthcare system by establishing a national standard for AP oncology-specific training. Developed by clinical experts, the peer-reviewed, 25-hour course provides essential knowledge for APs—including nurse practitioners, physician assistants, pharmacists, clinical nurse specialists, and other oncology health-care professionals—to safely prescribe and manage cancer therapies.
The course has seen an overwhelming response. "In just 18 months, over 1,200 advanced practitioners have registered for this comprehensive course," said APSHO executive director Wendy Vogel, MSN, FNP, AOCNP, FAPO. "Cancer centers across the country are using this course to onboard new APs, hospital privileging, and ensure ongoing competence in cancer therapy prescribing. It's making a profound impact on the quality of care delivered by advanced practitioners."
APSHO developed the Cancer Therapy Prescribing Course in response to the growing need for specialized oncology training for APs. "Prior to this, there were no nationwide, standardized resources ensuring APs were adequately prepared to prescribe cancer therapies," explained APSHO president Lisa Kottschade, APRN, MSN, CNP, FAPO. "The demand for a national, AP-led training program was undeniable."
APSHO extends its deepest appreciation to its members and partners for their unwavering support and reasserts its commitment to drive forward innovation and excellence in healthcare. For more information about APSHO and its award-winning programs, please visit https://www.apsho.org.
About APSHO
The Advanced Practitioner Society for Hematology and Oncology (APSHO) is a society for advanced practitioners: nurse practitioners, physician assistants, pharmacists, clinical nurse specialists, and other oncology health-care professionals. The mission of APSHO is to promote oncology patient care that is high quality, cost-effective, and delivered through collaborative practice models by optimizing the role of the advanced practitioner as an integral member of the care team.
Media Contact
Wendy Vogel, MSN, FNP, AOCNP, FAPO Executive Director, Advanced Practitioner Society for Hematology and Oncology (APSHO), 1 609-832-3000, wendy.vogel@conexiant.com, https://www.apsho.org/
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