AAMC Oncology and Hematology receives QOPI® recertification

Anne Arundel Medical Center (AAMC) Oncology and Hematology has received reaccreditation by the Quality Oncology Practice Initiative (QOPI) certification program. This designation certifies that AAMC Oncology and Hematology continuously meets nationally recognized standards set by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) for safe, quality cancer care.

“ASCO’s QOPI certification recognizes those oncology practices that are committed to delivering the highest quality of cancer care,” said ASCO President Daniel F. Hayes, MD, FASCO. “By achieving recertification, this practice has demonstrated its commitment to quality and safety excellence in the care they deliver to patients, as well as to the continuous process of quality improvement.”

QOPI certification for outpatient oncology practices is the first program of its kind for oncology in the United States. Only 250 practices are currently certified.

AAMC Oncology and Hematology, located in Annapolis and Odenton, provides quality and compassionate care for patients with complex oncology/hematology related problems. The team of highly trained doctors, nurse practitioners and staff encourages open communication with patients. For more information about AAMC Oncology and Hematology, visit www.myaamg.org/oncology-and-hematology.