The Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) is a professional association that represents 100,000 nurses and is the professional home to more than 35,000 members. ONS is committed to promoting excellence in oncology nursing and the transformation of cancer care.
Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) offers patients access to more clinical trials than any private oncology practice in the United States. The majority of new cancer drugs recently approved for use in the U.S. were studied in clinical trials with FCS participation.* Recognized for our research, FCS is a recipient of the national Clinical Trials Participation Award presented by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
FCS physicians, trained in prestigious medical schools and research institutes, are consistently ranked nationally as Top Doctors by U.S. News & World Report. Celebrating its 40th year in 2024, FCS has built a national reputation for excellence that is reflected in exceptional and compassionate patient care, driven by innovative clinical research, cutting-edge technologies, and advanced treatments, including targeted therapies, genomic-based treatment, and immunotherapy. Our highest values are embodied by our outstanding team of highly trained and dedicated physicians, clinicians, and staff.
Vice President of Nursing & Research at FCS, said, “Highly skilled and deeply passionate, oncology nurses serve in diverse roles – as healers, advocates, educators, researchers, and change agents. We are so proud to showcase the innovative efforts of our team members who strive each day to improve the quality of life and outcomes for patients with cancer and their families.” Lewis oversees the direction of FCS nursing practice activities that include over 850 nurses, 280 nurse practitioners and physician assistants, as well as the clinical research department.
FCS presenters and abstracts featured at the Oncology Nursing Society 49th Annual Congress are:
“The Impact of a Nurse-Led Survivorship Care Plan on Patient Outcomes” by FCS nurse
“The Role of the Oncology Nurse in Symptom Management” by FCS nurse
“The Use of Technology to Enhance Patient Education and Engagement” by FCS nurse
“The Development of a Palliative Care Program for Oncology Patients” by FCS nurse
“The Importance of Cultural Sensitivity in Oncology Nursing” by FCS nurse
All accepted abstracts will be published, as submitted, in the following the event.
The following FCS nurses were awarded scholarships to attend the 2024 ONS Congress from ONS and the Florida Society of Clinical Oncology (FLASCO):
“Oncology nurses are essential members of our cancer care team. They ensure the highest quality standards of patient care and operating procedures and they are igniting extraordinary change and transformation across the trajectory of care,” said FCS President & Managing Physician .
A recipient of one of the 2023 peer-nominated annual FCS nursing awards, , was also selected to attend the 2024 ONS Congress.
