
Todd M. Sachs, MD
@toddsachsmd
Physician, Surgeon, and Chief Medical Officer at @myaccesshope, a subsidiary of @cityofhope. These thoughts and opinions are my own and not medical advice.
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Thank you, Collective Health Health, for the opportunity to discuss how cancer support will evolve this year. AccessHope remains focused on helping more people access subspecialty expertise, regardless of their ZIP code.

84% of people who have received a cancer diagnosis don’t seek a second opinion, but a second review by NCI-level experts changed the diagnosis for 43% of patients (National Library of Medicine). Learn how in the AccessHope blog post below. hubs.la/Q015crtG0

Advancements in precision medicine have tremendously helped oncologists find the most-suitable treatments for people with cancer. The AccessHope blog post below highlights the basics on this innovative approach to cancer care. hubs.la/Q015nbGS0

The initial treatment of patients with AML at NCI–Designated Cancer Centers is associated with a 53% reduction in early mortality (National Library of Medicine) compared to treatment at non–NCI-level Cancer Centers. Learn why NCI-level expertise is important. hubs.la/Q015nSHV0



New findings from NIH Library researchers found that the percentage of American women overdue for a cervical cancer screening grew from 14% in 2005 to 23% in 2019. Make sure to check with your doctor as it’s important to detect any potential precancerous changes as early as possible.



Thank you, Collective Health, for the opportunity to share how employer-sponsored benefit programs like AccessHope can help make healthcare more inclusive.

An article from National Cancer Institute highlights how remote cancer support services can reshape a patient’s cancer journey -- they can help save time and resources, protect weakened immune systems, and achieve the best outcomes possible. hubs.la/Q01btKzx0

I am looking forward to speaking in an upcoming Employee Benefit News webinar 8/16 at 10:30 am PT. Health disparities can impact treatment outcomes, and employers can help employees with cancer get remote access to the latest knowledge and expertise they deserve, regardless of location


The holidays can feel very different when you or a loved one has cancer. Here is some insight on how to navigate a cancer journey during the holidays in this article from our AccessHope foundational partner, Dana-Farber hubs.la/Q01wjw4T0


Per Business Group on Health's 2023 Survey, cancer is the top driver of large companies’ healthcare costs. See how AccessHope is aiding employees facing cancer and their oncologists to help ensure they’re on the right path as early as possible: hubs.la/Q01BqS760


The rising rate of young adults diagnosed with colorectal cancer stresses the importance of prevention and early detection. City of Hope announced they may have developed a new blood test that can detect early-onset colorectal cancer. Read more at hubs.la/Q01BqQ9D0


We’re thrilled to announce the addition of Johns Hopkins Medicine to our network of NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers. This collaboration will increase access to insights on cancer expertise, treatment, and research for individuals across the US. hubs.la/Q022CvQp0



We are thrilled to announce the addition of UT Southwestern Medical Center – our seventh foundational partner – to AccessHope’s elite network of National Cancer Institute (NCI)-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers. AccessHope’s employer plan members and their treating oncologists in Texas,
