The Landmark Series: Surgical Oncology Care in Native Americans-The Indian Health Service.
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Abstract
American Indian and Alaska Natives (AI/ANs) are a heterogeneous group of people living throughout the USA with some of the highest cancer incidence and highest cancer-related mortality in the country. This landmark series seeks to highlight cancer care in this population by providing a historical context of the largest healthcare delivery system serving AI/ANs, the Indian Health Service (IHS). We will highlight how the dynamic nature of this population creates unique challenges and the need for dedicated resources to help eliminate cancer care disparities.
Medical subject headings
- Neoplasms
- United States Indian Health Service
- Surgical Oncology
- Indians, North American
- Healthcare Disparities
- Delivery of Health Care