Multidisciplinary Approach to NSCLC: Insights from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
This presentation by Dr. Michael Kent provides an overview of the Thoracic Oncology Program at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, highlighting the role of a multidisciplinary clinic that encompasses radiation oncology, medical oncology, thoracic surgery, and interventional pulmonary medicine. The program consists of three specialized thoracic surgeons and serves as a referral center for CyberKnife treatment. It also discusses stage distribution and survival rates from 2000-2010, revealing significant findings in 5-year survival rates for Stage I and Stage III NSCLC.
Multidisciplinary Approach to NSCLC: Insights from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
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NCDB Data-NSCLC Michael Kent, M.D. Division of Thoracic Surgery Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center September 20, 2012
Thoracic Oncology Program • Multidisciplinary clinic: • Radiation and medical oncology • Thoracic surgery • Interventional pulmonary medicine • 3 thoracic surgeons • Referral center for CyberKnife
Stage Distribution 2000-2010
Age Distribution 2000-2010
Initial Treatment 2000-2010
Stage I: 46% 5 year survival Stage III: 11% survival
Stage I: 57% 5 year survival (p<.05) Stage III: 14% survival (p=NS)