ISOPP CAPhO 2025 Symposium: Continuing Cancer Therapy Amid Chaos: A Disaster Management Roadmap for Oncology Pharmacy
Disaster preparedness is essential for minimizing the impact of health emergencies, ensuring continuity of care, and safeguarding vulnerable populations. Effective preparedness requires coordinated planning, rapid response, and resilient health systems to address the complex challenges posed by emergencies. Oncology pharmacy plays a critical role in such scenarios, given the vulnerability of cancer patients and the reliance on uninterrupted, specialized care. This keynote will highlight the pivotal role of disaster preparedness in mitigating health crises and explore how oncology pharmacy can contribute to emergency planning and response.
Embark on an enlightening journey into the vital domain of disaster preparedness led by Dr. Kaitlyn Watson, B. Pharmacy (Hons), PhD, a disaster pharmacy researcher and Founder & CEO of Disaster Pharmacy Solutions. The focus encompasses exploring the evolving role of pharmacy during crises, acquiring actionable approaches for effective disaster preparedness, and uncovering tailored self-care strategies and disaster response approaches designed specifically for oncology pharmacy personnel.
Learning Objectives
- Explain the importance of disaster preparedness for health emergencies.
- Describe roles and responsibilities for oncology pharmacy in health emergencies.