Programs that close the gaps in cancer care
We pair clinical expertise with community trust, so that every patient, whatever their income, background or zip code, can prevent, find, treat and survive cancer.
One mission, mutually reinforcing programs
Our programs share a single goal: patient-centered care and better health outcomes for minority, rural and underserved communities. We draw on a network of oncologists, urologists, public health specialists and patient advocates to educate patients, caregivers and fellow clinicians.
Each program strengthens the others. Education builds trust, trust opens the door to clinical trials, and practical resources keep patients in care from diagnosis through survivorship.
THIICE
Thrive Humanity Initiative in Hematology & Oncology Equity
THIICE addresses cancer disparities in minority, rural and underserved populations across hematologic malignancies and solid tumors. Led by a steering committee of academic and community experts, it delivers accredited education for healthcare professionals alongside culturally tailored resources for patients and families.
Our current focus includes THIICE-Kidney, a renal cell carcinoma program developed with academic urology faculty.
Clinician education
Webinars, workshops and continuing education that help oncology teams recognize and reduce disparities in diagnosis, treatment and trial referral.
Patient navigation
Bilingual navigation toolkits and plain-language materials that help patients understand their diagnosis, options and next steps.
Community outreach
Partnerships with community organizations to reach patients where they live, work and worship, and to bring their voices into care.
Steering committee
Clinical and public health leaders who guide THIICE’s direction and content.
- Thomas Hutson, DO, PharmDChair
- Marc Bjurlin, DO
- Nirmish Singla, MD
- Kathir Subramanian, MD
- Sahil Patel, MD
- Erica Doubleday
- Vinu Jyothi, PhDPublic health
Clinical Trial Access Program
Clinical trials offer patients access to promising therapies, yet the people enrolled rarely reflect the people most affected by cancer. We help patients find trials and gain actionable information about their health and care choices.
- Plain-language guidance on how trials work and what to ask
- Support identifying trials that match a patient’s diagnosis
- Collaboration with sponsors and sites to improve trial diversity
Cancer Equity Initiative
We help people make informed healthcare decisions and work with providers to improve how care is delivered, so that outcomes no longer depend on race, income, disability or geography.
- Culturally sensitive education for patients and caregivers
- Roundtables and publications that shape equitable practice
- Advocacy for policies that expand access to quality care
Financial Resources & Guides
Whether you’re newly diagnosed or years past active treatment, a cancer diagnosis brings legal and financial questions. Our free guides help patients, caregivers and clinicians work through them.
- Medicare, Medicaid and health insurance coverage
- Disability insurance, employment rights and caregiving
- Estate planning and advance directives
Where our programs focus
Health equity means everyone has a fair and just opportunity to prevent, find, treat and survive cancer. Our work concentrates on three areas where barriers are greatest.
Health systems
We help hospitals, health departments, insurers and community groups work together to understand and improve health equity.
Coverage and access, health factors
Healthy communities
We support efforts to create physical, economic and social conditions in which every resident can live their healthiest life.
Community development, community power, infrastructure
Children and families
We work so that parents and caregivers have the resources they need, and no family must choose between care and paying bills.
Economic inclusion, valuing caregivers
Our reach so far
Partner with us
Health systems, academic centers, industry and community organizations can support our programs through collaboration, sponsorship or educational grants.
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