Projects

A recent project focused on improving the governance and quality of cancer MDMs.

LMICS helped BRCC develop a video to guide and orientate new patients and their loved ones as they navigate their cancer journey

Supported by a GICS grant, this project was undertaken to raise awareness on the most prevalent cancers.

WDHS sought to develop and implement a geriatric oncology pilot project which commenced in January 2024. BSWRICS committed funding to support the appointment of a project officer and provide project management guidance.

The BSW Regional MDM QOOL-Vic Implementation Project supported and funded by BSWRICS adopted a regional approach to implementing the QOOL-Vic MDM software.

GRICS at Clinical Oncology Society of Australia ASM 2024 poster presentations

A VICS Survivorship Program Lead will be appointed for two years to deliver the key outcomes of the project with the direct support of the VICS Survivorship peer group. This will build on existing relationships between the ICS and their member health services, ensure strong engagement and co-design throughout the three stages of the project.

Our first consultation on variations in hepatocellular carcinoma care in Victoria will be held in late 2025.

Our 2nd consultation on variations in head and neck cancer care in Victoria will be held in early/mid-2025

Our 3rd strategic consultation on variations in colorectal cancer care will run from late 2024 to early 2025.

A NEMICS service improvement grant is supporting Northern Health to expand access to clinical trials for cancer patients in northern Victoria

A NEMICS service improvement grant is supporting a review of supportive care screening practices at the Mercy Hospital for Women in Heidelberg, Melbourne.

A NEMICS service improvement grant is supporting the Mercy Hospital for Women to improve symptom management for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.

A NEMICS service improvement grant is supporting Eastern Health to develop an outpatient pathway for escalating doses of BCL-2 inhibitor venetoclax (Venclexta®).

A NEMICS service improvement grant is supporting Austin Health to improve outcomes and experiences for patients with head and neck cancer.

A NEMICS service improvement grant is supporting Austin Health to identify palliative care patients likely to benefit from physiotherapy.