Who sets different goals for the cancer program each calendar year?

The cancer committee is the body responsible for establishing different goals for the cancer program each calendar year. This committee typically includes various stakeholders such as oncologists, surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals involved in cancer care. The goals set by the cancer committee are aligned with improving patient care, enhancing the quality of services provided, ensuring compliance with CoC standards, and addressing community needs.

The cancer committee evaluates previous program performance, relevant data, and emerging trends in cancer care to inform their goal-setting process. This strategic approach ensures that the program remains focused on meeting the unique needs of its patient population and adapting to changes in the field of oncology.

Other roles, like those of hospital administration, community outreach coordinators, and quality improvement coordinators, contribute to the overall functioning and improvement of the cancer program but do not primarily set programmatic goals. Their contributions support the goal-setting process but are not responsible for defining the overarching objectives of the cancer program.