With cancer diagnoses rising in the US and oncology workforce shortages growing, artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a way to boost operational efficiency and give clinicians more time at the bedside. In this episode, CANCER BUZZ shares highlights from the Presidential Address at the 43rd National Oncology Conference, delivered by newly appointed ACCC President Douglas Flora, MD, LSSBB, FACCC, and Executive Medical Director of Oncology Services at St. Elizabeth Cancer Center. Dr. Flora outlines his vision for equipping cancer care professionals with resources to use AI in ways that restore humanity to healthcare and meet patients’ growing needs.
“These tools are coming at us faster than we expected, faster than we’re ready for…I can promise you that it’s going to happen to us, with us, or through us. And so, my theme is going to be around using digital tools to bring humanity back to our medical care." - ACCC President Douglas Flora, MD, LSSBB, FACCC
Guest:
Douglas Flora, MD, LSSBB, FACCC
Executive Medical Director of Oncology Services
St. Elizabeth Healthcare
Edgewood, Kentucky
President
ACCC
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September 10, 2026
