Closing the Cancer Divide Through Ubuntu: Information and Communication Technology-Powered Models for Global Radiation Oncology

Ngwa, Wilfred; Ngoma, Twalib; Zietman, Anthony L.; Mayr, Nina A.; Elzawawy, Ahmed; Winningham, Thomas A.; Balogun, Onyinye; Enwerem-Bromson, Nelly; Ntizimira, Christian; Olopade, Olufunmilayo I.; Oluwole, Doyin; Odedina, Folakemi T.; Williams, Makeda; Flanigan, John; Asana, Lydia; Ngwa, Kenneth Numfor; Avery, Stephen; Pollard, Julianne M.; Teboh, Roland; Funwi-Gabga, Neba; Mbarika, Victor; Hardenbergh, Patricia H.; Winkfield, Karen M.; Pipman, Y; Stefan, Daniela Cristina; Ngoma, Mamsau; Mohammed, Sulma I.; Katz, Matthew S.; Sajo, Erno; Moni, Janaki; Fitzgerald, Thomas J.; Tonlaar, Nathan; Efstathiou, Jason A.; Gierga, David P.; Ayo, C. K.; Knaul, Felícia Marie; Gospodarowicz, Mary K.; Makrigiorgos, G. Mike; Nguyen, Paul L.

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“…[79] Finally, interdependence/interconnection also means that one's humanity is caught up or inextricably bound up with and intertwined in, that of others. [28,54,92,105] For this reason, when a community is broken, the individual is also broken. Restoration of the community also cannot occur without the healing of the individual.…”

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Core aspects of ubuntu: A systematic review

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Hall

2019

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Section: Interconnectedness/interdependence In Ubuntumentioning

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Core aspects of ubuntu: A systematic review

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Hall

2019

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“…Major professional societies, including the American Society for Therapeutic Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) and the American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM) have developed online content specifically targeted to LMICs. 30 Many other institutions are also actively in developing degree-based online educational coursework for both radiation oncology and medical physics, although none are yet operational. 30 …”

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“…30 Many other institutions are also actively in developing degree-based online educational coursework for both radiation oncology and medical physics, although none are yet operational. 30 …”

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“…to online learning and e-research, ICTs are becoming an indispensable part of global health with the potential to elide some of the spatiotemporal or financial barriers to global radiation oncology. Previous work by Ngwa et al 30 and Datta et al 37 highlighted the tremendous potential of ICTs for catalyzing global radiation oncology. Datta et al proposed a 3-tier system, whereby resources are shared among institutions with differing capabilities in computed tomography simulation, treatment planning, and treatment delivery.…”

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Challenges and Prospects for Providing Radiation Oncology Services in Africa

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There are considerable challenges to meeting the demands of the impending cancer crisis in Africa. These include a rising incidence of cancer and cancer-related deaths, equipment and maintenance costs, and deficits in human resources and training. Addressing these issues would be crucial to tackling the increasing burden of cancer on the continent. Innovations in technology and collaborative efforts within the global oncology community have created promising solutions for establishing quality cancer care in Africa and eradicating the massive disparities that currently exist. A multifaceted approach that establishes access to quality radiation oncology services is needed to curtail this alarming trend. In this article, we describe the current status of radiotherapy services in Africa, barriers and opportunities to improve this integral component of comprehensive cancer care.

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“…Potential tools, techniques and procedures that can aid education and training in resource limited environments include: (1) e-learning [68][69][70][71] , (2) e-mentoring/e-rounds 72 (e.g., http://chartrounds.com/), (3) collaborative course development/education/training 39,73 , and (4) courses provided by national/international organizations 74 .…”

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Radiation Oncology Quality and Safety Considerations in Low-Resource Settings: A Medical Physics Perspective

Dyk

Meghzifene

2017

Seminars in Radiation Oncology

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The last few years have seen a significant growth of interest in the global radiation therapy crisis.Various organizations have quantified the need and are providing aid in support of addressing the shortfalls existing in many low-to-middle income countries (LMICs). With the tremendous demand for new facilities, equipment and personnel, it is very important to recognize the quality and safety challenges and to address them directly. An examination of publications on quality and safety in radiation therapy indicates a consistency in a number of the recommendations; however, these authoritative reports were generally based on input from high-resourced contexts.Here we review these recommendations with a special emphasis on issues that are significant in LMICs. While multidimensional, training and staffing are top priorities; any support provided to lower resourced settings must address the numerous facets associated with quality and safety indicators. Strong partnerships between high-income and other countries will enhance the development of safe and resource-appropriate strategies for advancing the radiation treatment process. The real challenge is the engagement of a strong spirit of cooperation, collaboration and communication between the multiple organizations in support of reducing the cancer divide and improving the provision of safe and effective radiation therapy.

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Closing the Cancer Divide Through Ubuntu: Information and Communication Technology-Powered Models for Global Radiation Oncology

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Cited by 23 publications

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Core aspects of ubuntu: A systematic review

Core aspects of ubuntu: A systematic review

Challenges and Prospects for Providing Radiation Oncology Services in Africa

Radiation Oncology Quality and Safety Considerations in Low-Resource Settings: A Medical Physics Perspective

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