Published Research July 11, 2024 The Importance of Clinical Trials in Cancer Care Clinical trials are pivotal in advancing cancer treatment and improving patient outcomes. They offer patients access to cutting-edge treatments while contributing valuable insights that drive the evolution of cancer care. This whitepaper examines clinical trials as a potential value lever within employer-sponsored health plans, highlighting their dual impact on enhancing cancer care and managing healthcare costs. Read More
Published Research February 12, 2024 Pancreatic Cancer Treatment Option Study Published Pancreatic cancer is notoriously difficult to treat. At PHM we deploy comprehensive molecular profiling to identify potential treatment options for all patients with cancer. Along with our partners at Guardant Health, we … Read More
Published Research January 17, 2024 Personalized Testing Extends Stable Disease for Rare Ovarian Cancer Ovarian cancers are the second most common cancer of the female reproductive system and are associated with the highest risk of cancer-related death, with most women presenting with advanced-stage disease. A recent … Read More
Published Research November 16, 2023 Why every employer needs a molecular profiling strategy PHM, a clinically sophisticated healthcare navigation firm specializing in serious and complex conditions, reveals a significant gap in the provision of cutting-edge cancer diagnostics and treatments within the U.S. employer population. PHM’s … Read More
Published Research May 10, 2023 Innovative treatment for prostate cancer shows long-term success Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men and the fifth leading cause of cancer death worldwide. Despite decades of research and multiple treatment options including chemo and hormone therapies, many patients still experience worsening disease and develop metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC), which is typically fatal. Providing these patients with access to improved treatments may help them to survive longer and improve their quality of life. PHM’s research has been published in the peer-reviewed publication “Frontiers in Oncology.” In this case report, we summarize the treatment course for a 73-year-old male patient, who came to PHM for assistance in managing his mCRPC. Read More
Published Research April 27, 2023 Actions for employers to mitigate cancer risk Advancements in cancer care over the past 20 years have been transformational, driven by updated recommendations in cancer screening, emergence of molecular diagnostic tools to guide treatments, and the development of cutting-edge therapeutics. Each offers the potential for better outcomes, but employers are faced with the challenge of ensuring these often costly tools and treatments are used effectively. In the newly published whitepaper, "Managing Cancer Care in Your Health Plan," Private Health Management (PHM) and Springbuk experts provide insights for employers to improve cancer outcomes and optimize cancer spend. Download the whitepaper now. Read More
