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Jun 15, 2025, 14:09

Douglas Flora: Kentucky’s Lung Cancer Control Program Now Ranks N1 Nationally

Douglas Flora, Executive Medical Director of Oncology Services at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, shared St. Elizabeth Healthcare‘s post on LinkedIn, adding:

“Kentucky’s Lung Cancer Control Program now ranks #1 nationally.

I am incredibly proud to share an update on our groundbreaking Lung Cancer Program and the extraordinary team behind its success. This isn’t just a program; it’s a movement that has truly changed the trajectory of lung cancer for our entire state!

At the heart of our success is a dedicated multidisciplinary team. From our compassionate and essential dedicated navigators who guide patients every step of the way, to our forward-thinking population health team, skilled providers, efficient schedulers, innovative Marketing professionals, and so many more – every single individual plays a vital role. The synergy and commitment of this group are truly inspiring.

Their tireless efforts have yielded remarkable results, including:

Over 50,000 lung cancer screenings conducted, identifying cases earlier and saving lives.

Pioneering creative initiatives to find those that screenings usually miss, ensuring no one is left behind. A prime example of this is our impactful Appalachian and Firefighter initiatives, which are reaching underserved and high-risk populations with crucial early detection.

This team hasn’t just led a program; they’ve fostered a culture of innovation, compassion, and relentless dedication to improving patient outcomes. I am continually awed by their passion and the tangible difference they are making in the lives of countless individuals and families.

A huge thank you to every member of this phenomenal team for your unwavering commitment and for truly changing the face of lung cancer care in our state!”

Quoting St. Elizabeth Healthcare‘s post:

“Setting new standards in healthcare

Kentucky is the only state to score a perfect 100% in the GO2 Foundation’s State Comprehensive Cancer Control Plan!

The St. Elizabeth Healthcare Lung Cancer Screening Program has played a crucial role in this success. Thanks to the leadership of Dwinelva Zackery and the dedication of our Lung Cancer Screening Navigators, we’ve performed over 50,000 scans since 2013, identifying more than 500 stage 1 lung cancers. Early detection means a cure rate of over 90%!

‘Our lung cancer screening navigators are the glue that holds our program together—combining expert clinical nursing skills with compassionate guidance to ensure every patient experiences a seamless, supportive journey from the very beginning,’ said Dwinelva Zackery.”

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Douglas Flora: Kentucky’s Lung Cancer Control Program Now Ranks N1 Nationally

“Kentucky’s Lung Cancer Control Program now ranks #1 nationally.

I am incredibly proud to share an update on our groundbreaking Lung Cancer Program and the extraordinary team behind its success. This isn’t just a program; it’s a movement that has truly changed the trajectory of lung cancer for our entire state!

Their tireless efforts have yielded remarkable results, including:

Over 50,000 lung cancer screenings conducted, identifying cases earlier and saving lives.

Pioneering creative initiatives to find those that screenings usually miss, ensuring no one is left behind. A prime example of this is our impactful Appalachian and Firefighter initiatives, which are reaching underserved and high-risk populations with crucial early detection.

This team hasn’t just led a program; they’ve fostered a culture of innovation, compassion, and relentless dedication to improving patient outcomes. I am continually awed by their passion and the tangible difference they are making in the lives of countless individuals and families.

A huge thank you to every member of this phenomenal team for your unwavering commitment and for truly changing the face of lung cancer care in our state!”

“Setting new standards in healthcare

Kentucky is the only state to score a perfect 100% in the GO2 Foundation’s State Comprehensive Cancer Control Plan!

‘Our lung cancer screening navigators are the glue that holds our program together—combining expert clinical nursing skills with compassionate guidance to ensure every patient experiences a seamless, supportive journey from the very beginning,’ said Dwinelva Zackery.”