Key factors for establishing and sustaining a successful palliative radiation oncology program: a survey of the Society for Palliative Radiation Oncology

Key factors for establishing and sustaining a successful palliative radiation oncology program: a survey of the Society for Palliative Radiation Oncology 
Annals of Palliative Medicine; by Deborah C Marshall, Kavita Dharmarajan, Randy Wei, Yolanda D Tseng, Jessica Schuster, Joshua A Jones, Candice Johnstone, Tracy Balboni, Simon S Lo, Jared R Robbins 
[Palliative Radiation Oncology Programs] PROPS are not widespread, exist mainly within academic centers, are outpatient, have access to palliative care specialists by referral, and have specialized clinical processes for palliative radiation patients. Lack of committed resources was the single most important perceived barrier for initiating or maintaining a PROP. Best practice guidelines, educational resources, access to palliative care specialists and standardized pathways are most important for those who wish to develop a PROP. These insights can inform discussions and help align resources to develop, grow, and maintain a successful PROP.