Genesis Cancer Center Announces Rebranding, Changes Name to
Genesis Cancer and Blood Institute

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Fort Myers, Fla. & Hot Springs, Ark., Sept. 16, 2021 – Genesis Cancer Center (Genesis), serving Hot Springs and surrounding communities in oncology/hematology, recently unveiled new branding in response to patient needs. For over 30 years, Genesis has provided the highest quality cancer care customized for the needs of each individual patient and will continue to deliver that same level of care and personalization in ten locations throughout southern and central Arkansas.

At the heart of this rebranding is a change of the practice name to Genesis Cancer and Blood Institute. The Genesis name is rooted in the practice’s commitment to hope, compassionate patient care and comprehensive state-of-the-art treatment.

“We believe the new name is a better reflection of what we offer to our patients, referring providers and the communities we serve,” said Genesis Cancer and Blood Institute Medical Oncologist and founder Dr. Timothy Webb. He added, “We go beyond the cancer diagnosis, consulting for benign and malignant hematology, including blood banking, clotting abnormalities, immunology and infusion services for the newer targeted and immunological treatments available in GI, Dermatology and Rheumatology issues.”

Genesis also offers many conveniences for the patient, providing radiology scans on campus, participation in the largest access to clinical trials and investigational studies through a partnership with Sarah Cannon Research Institute and the benefits of Our Promise Cancer Resource, a nonprofit that Genesis created over 10 years ago, donating $1.2 million dollars to help ease the burden of patient expenses while they undergo treatment.

AON CEO Todd Schonherz added, “Although the Genesis rebrand brings a new identity, the level of care will not change. Genesis remains committed to bringing expert cancer care and treatments close to where patients and their support systems live.”

Genesis is part of the American Oncology Network (AON)—a leading physician network helping community oncologists have greater access to more resources so patients get top-level cancer care within their communities.

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About Genesis Cancer and Blood Institute: (GenesisCancerBlood.com)
Specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer and hematology, Genesis Cancer and Blood Institute is recognized for providing expert cancer care in Arkansas. The highly trained physicians, clinicians and staff are committed to ensuring the best possible outcomes for their patients. The medical oncology/hematology physicians at Genesis Cancer and Blood Institute include Dr. R. Timothy Webb, Dr. Robert T. Muldoon, Dr. Stephen “Fred” Divers, Dr. A. Lynn Cleveland and Dr. Lingyi Chen. 

About American Oncology Network, LLC: (AONcology.com)
American Oncology Network, LLC (AON) is an alliance of physicians and seasoned healthcare leaders partnering to ensure the long-term success of community oncology. Launched in 2018, the rapidly expanding AON network represents 102 physicians and 75 nurse practitioners and physician assistants practicing across 17 states. The executive management team of AON encompasses more than three decades of oncology practice management experience, enabling physicians to focus on what matters most – providing the highest quality care for patients.

The organization provides unique and comprehensive protocols for managing administrative procedures and enhancing ancillary services for its affiliates. AON is able to aggregate volume and attain economies of scale, as it guides its member physicians and practices through the transition to value-based reimbursement models that improve the patient experience and help to reduce the per-capita cost of cancer care.

AON also provides a unique model of physician-led, community-based oncology management. With services such as a centralized specialty pharmacy, diagnostics, pathology, fully integrated electronic medical records, a care management team and a variety of financial assistance programs, an alliance with AON ensures that patients’ experiences will be at the very pinnacle of cancer care today.

For More Information, Contact:
American Oncology Network, LLC
Caroline Hewitt, Vice President of  Marketing
Caroline.Hewitt@AONcology.com

American Oncology Network, LLC & Summit Cancer Centers Welcome Max Seaton, MD

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Fort Myers, Fla., September 15, 2021 – The team of eight medical, surgical, and radiation oncologists from Summit Cancer Centers (Summit) welcome Dr. Max Seaton to the community oncology practice.  Summit, an American Oncology Network, LLC (AON) partner, has eight locations, serving patients in eastern Washington and Idaho.

Dr. Seaton is seeing patients in the Spokane and Spokane Valley locations.  He is Board certified in Surgery and Board eligible in Surgical Oncology.  He earned his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine, and then went on to complete his general surgery residency at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland.

“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Seaton to our practice.  He works very closely with the medical and radiation oncology team to develop a personalized treatment plan for his patients, fitting in perfectly with our practice approach of individualized patient care and treatment,” said Summit Medical Oncologist Arvind Chaudhry, MD, PhD.

The Summit team includes Medical Oncologists Arvind Chaudhry, MD, PhD, Bruce Cutter, MD, Carolyn Aks, MD, Stephanie Hodson, MD, Mirela Andrei, MD; Surgical Oncologists Aaron Saunders, MD, MAS, DABS, Max Seaton, MD; and Radiation Oncologists Karie-Lynn Kelly, MD and Jonathan Sharrett, DO.

AON President & Chief Development Officer Brad Prechtl, MBA stated, “His training is impressive, during his residency he also completed a two-year research fellowship at the National Institutes of Health. We know Dr. Seaton will be an asset to our team.”

“We are fortunate to have a surgical oncologist with expertise in a wide variety of cancer treatments including esophageal, stomach, liver, pancreas, bile ducts, small bowel, colon, breast, skin, soft tissue and the peritoneal surface,” added AON CEO Todd Schonherz.

With the addition of Dr. Seaton, the Summit team now includes two surgical oncologists, helping to ensure that their patients have access to exceptional cancer care and treatment close to where they live.

Summit Cancer Centers is a leading cancer center offering comprehensive cancer services from diagnostic imaging, cancer treatments with the most advanced therapies and technologies, clinical trials to onsite oral chemotherapy and lab services. Cancer treatments include surgical oncology, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other medical oncology therapies.

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About American Oncology Network, LLC

American Oncology Network, LLC (AON) is an alliance of physicians and seasoned healthcare leaders partnering to ensure the long-term success of community oncology. Launched in 2018, the rapidly expanding AON network represents 102 physicians and 75 nurse practitioners and physician assistants practicing across 17 states. The executive management team of AON encompasses more than three decades of oncology practice management experience, enabling physicians to focus on what matters most – providing the highest quality care for patients.

The organization provides unique and comprehensive protocols for managing administrative procedures and enhancing ancillary services for its affiliates. AON is able to aggregate volume and attain economies of scale, as it guides its member physicians and practices through the transition to value-based reimbursement models that improve the patient experience and help to reduce the per-capita cost of cancer care.

AON also provides a unique model of physician led, community-based oncology management. With services such as a centralized specialty pharmacy, diagnostics, pathology, fully integrated electronic medical records, a care management team and a variety of financial assistance programs, an alliance with AON ensures that patients’ experiences will be at the very pinnacle of cancer care today.

About Summit Cancer Centers

Summit Cancer Centers is a community-based medical and surgical oncology practice providing care for patients diagnosed with all types of cancer and blood disorders. We are experienced physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses and clinical support staff providing compassionate, patient-centered care in Washington, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and western Canada.

Services include diagnostic testing, pathology and lab services, specialty pharmacy and a complimentary wellness program with acupuncture, cancer massage and nutritional counseling.

For More Information, Contact:
American Oncology Network, LLC
Caroline Hewitt
Vice President of Marketing
Caroline.Hewitt@AONcology.com

American Oncology Network Partners with Precipio to Bring HemeScreen® into AON’s Laboratory

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HemeScreen Assays will enable AON to deliver rapid patient diagnostics for hematologic malignancies through advanced molecular screening technology

New Haven, CT, and Fort Myers, FL, August 26, 2021 – Specialty cancer diagnostics company Precipio, Inc. (NASDAQ: PRPO), and American Oncology Network, LLC (AON), a high-growth community oncology provider, announces the signing of an agreement under which AON will adopt Precipio’s HemeScreen® technology and begin running HemeScreen in its central laboratory located in Fort Myers, Florida.

AON will be the largest Physician Owned Laboratory (POL) to bring HemeScreen into their laboratory thus far. With over 100 physicians, and serving close to 100,000 unique patients annually, the impact to patient care will be substantial. Running HemeScreen in-house will enable AON to shorten diagnostic turnaround time of these tests (currently being sent out) from 2-4 weeks, to as fast as 1-4 days when run in house. For patients awaiting their diagnosis to begin treatment, and for the physicians awaiting the results to determine the right treatment, this capability will have an incredibly meaningful impact.

“The AON laboratory is a state-of-the-art facility supporting our physicians across 17 states with specialized expertise in oncology and hematology that helps to inform and direct the very best care plan and clinical outcome for each patient,” states AON CEO Todd Schonherz. “Being able to leverage Precipio’s HemeScreen technology will allow for turnaround times superior to industry norms enabling quicker diagnosis, earlier patient treatment and reducing patient anxiety.”

“Having a group such as AON adopt HemeScreen is a demonstration of how the most innovative physician practices utilize technology opportunities developed by biotech companies such as Precipio,” said Ilan Danieli, CEO of Precipio. “We are excited about the opportunity to work with a group of AON’s magnitude to impact patient care in the most meaningful way possible, touching patients at the heart of the community.”

This multi-year agreement will provide Precipio with seven-figure revenue per year. As Precipio continues to develop additional panels, AON will have an opportunity to further broaden the suite of assays run utilizing the HemeScreen technology.

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About American Oncology Network, LLC: (AONcology.com)
American Oncology Network, LLC (AON) is an alliance of physicians and seasoned healthcare leaders partnering to ensure the long-term success of community oncology. Launched in 2018, the rapidly growing AON network represents 102 physicians and 71 nurse practitioners and physician assistants practicing across 17 states. The executive management team of AON brings more than three decades of oncology practice management experience, enabling physicians to focus on what matters most – providing the highest quality care for patients.

The organization provides unique and comprehensive protocols for managing administrative procedures and enhancing ancillary services for its affiliates. AON is able to aggregate volume and attain economies of scale, as it guides its member physicians and practices through the transition to value-based reimbursement models that improve the patient experience and help to reduce the per-capita cost of cancer care.

AON also provides a unique model of physician led, community-based oncology management. With services such as a centralized specialty pharmacy, diagnostics, pathology, fully integrated electronic medical records, a care management team and a variety of financial assistance programs, an alliance with AON ensures that patients’ experiences will be at the very pinnacle of cancer care today.

About Precipio

Precipio has built a platform designed to eradicate the problem of misdiagnosis by harnessing the intellect, expertise and technology developed within academic institutions and delivering quality diagnostic information to physicians and their patients worldwide, as well as proprietary products that serve laboratories worldwide. Through its collaborations with world-class academic institutions specializing in cancer research, diagnostics and treatment such as the Yale School of Medicine, Harvard’s Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and the University of Pennsylvania, Precipio offers a new standard of diagnostic accuracy enabling the highest level of patient care. For more information, please visit www.precipiodx.com. Please follow us on Twitter @PrecipioDx and on Facebook.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, including, among others, statements related to the expected or potential impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, and the related responses of the government, consumers, and the company, on our business, financial condition and results of operations, and any such forward-looking statements, whether concerning the COVID-19 pandemic or otherwise, involve risks, assumptions and uncertainties. Except for historical information, statements about future volumes, sales, growth, costs, cost savings, margins, earnings, earnings per share, diluted earnings per share, cash flows, plans, objectives, expectations, growth or profitability are forward-looking statements based on management’s estimates, beliefs, assumptions and projections. Words such as “could,” “may,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “will,” “targets,” “goals,” “projects,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates,” “predicts,” and variations on such words, and similar expressions that reflect our current views with respect to future events and operational, economic and financial performance, are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are only predictions, subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results could differ materially from those discussed. Important factors that could affect performance and cause results to differ materially from management’s expectations, or could affect the company’s ability to achieve its strategic goals, include the uncertainties relating to the impact of COVID-19 on the company’s business, operations and employees and the other factors that are described in the sections entitled “Risk Factors” and “Management’s Discussion and Analysis” in the company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020, as updated from time to time in the company’s Securities and Exchange Commission filings. The company’s forward-looking statements in this press release are based on management’s current views, beliefs, assumptions and expectations regarding future events and speak only as of the date of this release. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by the federal securities laws.

Inquiries:

investors@precipiodx.com
+1-203-787-7888 Ext. 523
American Oncology Network, LLC
Caroline Hewitt, Vice President of Marketing
Caroline.Hewitt@AONcology.com

American Oncology Network, LLC & Messino Cancer Centers
Welcome Emily Miller, MD

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Fort Myers, Fla., August 9, 2021 – The team of 15 medical oncologists from Messino Cancer Centers (MCC) welcome Dr. Emily Miller to the community oncology practice. MCC, an American Oncology Network, LLC (AON) partner, has six office locations in Western North Carolina, in Asheville, Brevard, Franklin, Spruce Pine, Marion and Sylva.

Dr. Miller is seeing patients in Asheville and Franklin. She is Board certified in internal medicine. As a medical oncologist/hematologist, she treats patients with all cancer types and blood disorders, and has a special interest in breast cancer care.

Dr. Miller earned her medical degree from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia followed by a residency in internal medicine from Palmetto Health Richland. She completed her fellowship training in medical oncology and hematology at the University of Tennessee West Cancer Center in Memphis.

Dr. Michael Messino founder of Messino Cancer Centers said, “Dr. Miller’s passion for fostering relationships with her patients and their families while guiding them through the entire cancer journey is why she is a perfect fit for our team and we are excited to have her!”

For over 30 years, MCC has been providing high quality cancer care in the Western North Carolina region, conveniently located close to where patients live.

“We welcome Dr. Miller to our team. She prides herself on being an advocate for her patients and truly embodies the community oncology care model of delivering compassionate care with individualized treatments based on each patient,” said AON President & Chief Development Officer Brad Prechtl, MBA.

AON CEO Todd Schonherz added, “Dr. Miller wanted to join us in community oncology because of her strong beliefs in that every patient deserves access to top quality cancer care and clinical trials. This philosophy is the foundation of Messino and AON.”

Through its partnership with AON, the practice offers home delivery of oral oncolytic medications, 24/7 pharmacy assistance, pathology and laboratory services, care management support and palliative care, and access to clinical trials.

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About Messino Cancer Centers: (MessinoCancerCenters.com)
Messino Cancer Centers (MCC) provides treatment for adult patients diagnosed with all types of cancer and blood disorders. We are experienced physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses and clinical support staff dedicated to providing the most advanced and innovative treatments of the highest quality. We work together as a team and recognize that each patient is not just a person with cancer, but a unique individual. Care is provided with the utmost concern and consideration of what is best for the whole person throughout their cancer journey.

MCC physicians provide state-of-the-art evidence-based medicine for patients, incorporating personalized medicine, standard and nationally accepted guidelines, and clinical trials. Through care management and dedicated oncology certified staff, we provide support for patients through all phases of their diagnosis and treatment. The physicians of MCC are grounded in the region of Western North Carolina and devoted to providing care to patients in their communities.

About American Oncology Network, LLC: (AONcology.com)
American Oncology Network, LLC (AON) is an alliance of physicians and seasoned healthcare leaders partnering to ensure the long-term success of community oncology. Launched in 2018, the rapidly expanding AON network represents 102 physicians and 71 nurse practitioners and physician assistants practicing across 17 states. The executive management team of AON encompasses more than three decades of oncology practice management experience, enabling physicians to focus on what matters most – providing the highest quality care for patients.

The organization provides unique and comprehensive protocols for managing administrative procedures and enhancing ancillary services for its affiliates. AON is able to aggregate volume and attain economies of scale, as it guides its member physicians and practices through the transition to value-based reimbursement models that improve the patient experience and help to reduce the per-capita cost of cancer care.

AON also provides a unique model of physician led, community-based oncology management. With services such as a centralized specialty pharmacy, diagnostics, pathology, fully integrated electronic medical records, a care management team and a variety of financial assistance programs, an alliance with AON ensures that patients’ experiences will be at the very pinnacle of cancer care today.

For More Information, Contact:
American Oncology Network, LLC
Caroline Hewitt
Vice President of  Marketing
Caroline.Hewitt@AONcology.com
(941) 224.8736

American Oncology Network, LLC & Low Country Cancer Care Welcome Rohit Bishnoi, MD

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Fort Myers, Fla., August 2, 2021 – Drs. George Negrea, Jennifer Yannucci and Haven Caldwell of Low Country Cancer Care (LCCC) welcome Hematologist/Oncologist Rohit Bishnoi, MD to the community oncology practice. LCCC, an American Oncology Network (AON) partner, has three office locations in Georgia and one office location in South Carolina.

Dr. Bishnoi is seeing patients in the Savannah clinic. He is Board certified in internal medicine. He is experienced in treating patients with all cancer types and blood disorders with a special interest in cancers of the gastrointestinal and genitourinary tract. He is also experienced in treating non-malignant blood disorders and malignant lymphoma and leukemia.

Dr. Bishnoi obtained his medical education from Sardar Patel Medical College/Rajasthan University in India. He completed his residency in internal medicine at McLaren Regional Medical Center/MSU Program followed by fellowship training at the University of Florida.

Dr. Negrea of Low Country Cancer Care said, “Dr. Bishnoi is heavily involved in scientific research that will benefit our patients, he has published many peer-reviewed articles and presented his clinical findings at regional and international scientific meetings.”

AON President & Chief Development Officer Brad Prechtl, MBA said, “We welcome Dr. Bishnoi to AON and Low Country Cancer Care. By adding a fourth oncologist we are better able to offer patients the care and treatment they need close to where they live.”

“Dr. Bishnoi has an impressive scientific research background with recent studies published on how COVID-19 impacts cancer care,” said AON CEO Todd Schonherz. “He is passionate about changing the perception of a cancer diagnosis from fear to the belief that cancer can be beaten.”

Through its partnership with AON, the practice offers home delivery of oral oncolytic medications, 24/7 pharmacy assistance, pathology and laboratory services, care management support and access to clinical trials.

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About Low Country Cancer Care: (LCCCSav.com)
Low Country Cancer Care is a specialized practice devoted to the care of people with cancer and blood disorders as well as prevention and eradication of these types of diseases. We strive to combine the activities of patient care, prevention, education and research to benefit our patients. We are constantly striving to provide advanced treatment and world class medicine, in a warm, compassionate, and personalized environment. Our experienced and highly trained team is dedicated to providing the highest-quality diagnosis, treatment, care and trust for patients. Our goal is to provide care with a human touch.

About American Oncology Network, LLC: (AONcology.com)
American Oncology Network, LLC (AON) is an alliance of physicians and seasoned healthcare leaders partnering to ensure the long-term success of community oncology. Launched in 2018, the rapidly expanding AON network represents 102 physicians and 71 nurse practitioners and physician assistants practicing across 17 states. The executive management team of AON encompasses more than three decades of oncology practice management experience, enabling physicians to focus on what matters most – providing the highest quality care for patients.

The organization provides unique and comprehensive protocols for managing administrative procedures and enhancing ancillary services for its affiliates. AON is able to aggregate volume and attain economies of scale, as it guides its member physicians and practices through the transition to value-based reimbursement models that improve the patient experience and help to reduce the per-capita cost of cancer care.

AON also provides a unique model of physician led, community-based oncology management. With services such as a centralized specialty pharmacy, diagnostics, pathology, fully integrated electronic medical records, a care management team and a variety of financial assistance programs, an alliance with AON ensures that patients’ experiences will be at the very pinnacle of cancer care today.

For More Information, Contact:
American Oncology Network, LLC
Caroline Hewitt, Vice President of  Marketing
Caroline.Hewitt@AONcology.com
(941) 224.8736

American Oncology Network, LLC & Vista Oncology Welcome
Devinderpal Singh Randhawa, MD

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Fort Myers, Fla., August 2, 2021 – Drs. Min Kang, Linli Xuan and Joseph Ye of Vista Oncology (Vista) welcome Medical Oncologist/Hematologist Devinderpal Singh Randhawa, MD to the community oncology practice. Vista Oncology, an American Oncology Network, LLC (AON) partner, has two locations in Thurston County and one in Mason County serving the South Puget Sound region of Washington State.

Dr. Randhawa obtained his medical degree from Punjabi University, Patiala, Punjab, India. He then completed his residency and fellowship training at Seton Hall University School of Medicine in Newark, N.J.

“We are impressed with Dr. Randhawa’s background. With five board certifications including hospice and palliative medicine, he will be an invaluable addition to our team providing whole person care,” said Dr. Joseph Ye of Vista Oncology.

The Vista team now includes four medical oncologists, three nurse practitioners and a dietitian providing comprehensive cancer care and treatments. Through its partnership with AON, the practice offers home delivery of oral oncolytic medications, 24/7 pharmacy assistance and care management services with the highest quality care close to where patients live.

“We are fortunate to have Dr. Randhawa join AON and Vista,” said AON President & Chief Development Officer Brad Prechtl, MBA. “His colleagues describe him as compassionate and down to earth, while bringing a calmness to the clinic.”

“We welcome Dr. Randhawa to our team. His approach is to help patients make informed decisions about their care, truly developing an individualized treatment plan based on each patient,” said AON CEO Todd Schonherz.

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About Vista Oncology: (Vista-Oncology.com)
Vista Oncology offers south Puget Sound residents compassionate, experienced and innovative treatment in cancer care. We are among the regional leaders in clinical trials in the South Sound region, providing patients access to cutting-edge treatment otherwise unavailable in the area.

Vista Oncology has three office locations with infusion clinics, diagnostic and full laboratory capabilities within each practice.

About American Oncology Network, LLC: (AONcology.com)
American Oncology Network, LLC (AON) is an alliance of physicians and seasoned healthcare leaders partnering to ensure the long-term success of community oncology. Launched in 2018, the rapidly expanding AON network represents 102 physicians and 71 nurse practitioners and physician assistants practicing across 17 states. The executive management team of AON encompasses more than three decades of oncology practice management experience, enabling physicians to focus on what matters most – providing the highest quality care for patients.

The organization provides unique and comprehensive protocols for managing administrative procedures and enhancing ancillary services for its affiliates. AON is able to aggregate volume and attain economies of scale, as it guides its member physicians and practices through the transition to value-based reimbursement models that improve the patient experience and help to reduce the per-capita cost of cancer care.

AON also provides a unique model of physician led, community-based oncology management. With services such as a centralized specialty pharmacy, diagnostics, pathology, fully integrated electronic medical records, a care management team and a variety of financial assistance programs, an alliance with AON ensures that patients’ experiences will be at the very pinnacle of cancer care today.

For More Information, Contact:
American Oncology Network, LLC
Caroline Hewitt, Vice President of Marketing
Caroline.Hewitt@AONcology.com
(941) 224.8736

American Oncology Network Names James Gilmore
Chief Pharmacy & Procurement Officer

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Fort Myers, Fla., July 21, 2021 – American Oncology Network, LLC (AON), a high-growth medical oncology provider with a focus on supporting the long-term viability of cancer treatment in community-based settings, recently announced the appointment of James Gilmore, PharmD, as the organization’s Chief Pharmacy & Procurement Officer.

“We are pleased to announce James Gilmore as AON’s new Chief Pharmacy & Procurement Officer,” said Todd Schonherz, AON CEO. “He has close to 30 years of experience and brings a vast knowledge of oncology pharmaceuticals and drug contracting expertise to AON. We look forward to his contributions to the organization in expanding the network’s ability to benefit from strategic pharmaceutical purchasing opportunities and pharmacy growth.”

Prior to joining AON, Gilmore served as Executive Vice President at Georgia Cancer Specialists in Atlanta, Georgia overseeing clinical, pharmacy, research, and imaging operations, as well as financial and strategic planning for 26 outpatient oncology clinics and two retail pharmacies and managing over 500 employees.

During his tenure at Georgia Cancer Specialists, Gilmore increased growth in drug budget tenfold, developed a data mining program resulting in the generation of a seven-figure annual revenue stream, and helped to more than double the size of the practice. He also oversaw the development of numerous new service lines including echocardiography, CT/PET, hematopathology laboratory services, and interventional radiology. Under his leadership and guidance, Georgia Cancer Specialists was one of the first practices in the country to integrate retail pharmacy services.

After earning his PharmD degree from Mercer University Southern School of Pharmacy, Gilmore received advanced clinical training from Georgia Baptist Medical Center in Atlanta. He began his career as a clinical pharmacist then transitioned into oncology program administration, as well as managing large clinical research, imaging and data mining programs.

Heavily involved in national oncology and pharmacy organizations, Gilmore is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, Georgia Society of Clinical Oncology, National Community Oncology Dispensing Association, Inc.’s (NCODA) Executive Counsel, ION’s SON Advisory Panel and Precision Medicine Advisory Panel, and is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives. He is a reviewer for Community Oncology and Advances in Therapy, and has co-authored over 65 published articles, abstracts, and book chapters.

AON Board Member and Chairman Dr. Stephen Orman added: “James is a seasoned pharmacy leader, and we are thrilled to have him on board to leverage his insight and strength in analytics for better operational and strategic decisions. Faced with increasing pressure to better manage costs and improve patient outcomes, his experience is a value add to our network and our physicians to improve margins that can be re-invested in providing better care for those who are in need.”

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About American Oncology Network, LLC: (AONcology.com)
American Oncology Network, LLC (AON) is an alliance of physicians and seasoned healthcare leaders partnering to ensure the long-term success of community oncology. Launched in 2018, the rapidly growing AON network represents 102 physicians and 68 nurse practitioners and physician assistants practicing across 17 states. The executive management team of AON brings more than three decades of oncology practice management experience, enabling physicians to focus on what matters most – providing the highest quality care for patients.

The organization provides unique and comprehensive protocols for managing administrative procedures and enhancing ancillary services for its affiliates. AON is able to aggregate volume and attain economies of scale, as it guides its member physicians and practices through the transition to value-based reimbursement models that improve the patient experience and help to reduce the per-capita cost of cancer care.

AON also provides a unique model of physician led, community-based oncology management. With services such as a centralized specialty pharmacy, diagnostics, pathology, fully integrated electronic medical records, a care management team and a variety of financial assistance programs, an alliance with AON ensures that patients’ experiences will be at the very pinnacle of cancer care today.

For More Information, Contact:
American Oncology Network, LLC
Caroline Hewitt, Vice President of Marketing
Caroline.Hewitt@AONcology.com
(941) 224.8736

American Oncology Network Partners with CarePayment To Help Patients with Rising Out-Of-Pocket Costs

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Fort Myers, Fla., July 7, 2021 – American Oncology Network, LLC (AON), an alliance of physicians and healthcare leaders working together to ensure the long-term success of community oncology, today announced a partnership with CarePayment, a company specializing in enabling patients to pay for their healthcare with a 0.00% APR solution. Working with CarePayment, AON will help to improve both revenue and patient satisfaction within its 22 community oncology partner practices across 17 states.

CarePayment partners with providers and organizations like AON to offer patients a 0.00% APR financing long-term solution. Patients are treated with respect, provided with convenient ways to pay (by text, mail, phone, or secure portal), and have access to CarePayment’s compassionate customer care center 24/7. Providers collect the cash they need to stay financially healthy with CarePayment’s performance guarantee, allowing them to continue their work within the community.

“AON is doing valuable work with their network of physicians and health leaders. They wanted to do more to ease the financial burden on both providers and patients,” said Ed Caldwell, CarePayment Chief Executive Officer. “CarePayment is a truly comprehensive, interest-free solution that drives more engagement, more satisfaction, and more cash to our partners than any other solution. We’re proud to work with such a respected organization to help patients afford the care they need and help providers remain profitable.”

CarePayment can be found in more than 2,000 provider locations throughout the country, serving over 6.1 million patients.

“We are committed to enriching the patient experience and helping community oncology practices thrive,” said AON Chief Executive Officer Todd Schonherz. “Patients often face financial challenges following a cancer diagnosis. This relationship helps patients avoid the potential for financial toxicity and ensures they are not endangering their health by delaying care, skipping treatments or failing to refill their prescriptions.”

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About CarePayment
CarePayment is a patient financing company that accelerates a healthcare providers’ transition to the new consumer-driven healthcare market. Powered by advanced technology and analytics, our innovative patient financing solutions improve patient satisfaction and loyalty while delivering superior financial results. By partnering with healthcare providers to make affordable financial options available, CarePayment helps patients get the care they need, when they need it, while protecting the financial health of provider organizations so they can continue to offer valuable care to the community. CarePayment’s patient-friendly financing is compliant with applicable state and federal consumer credit laws requires no application and is supported by a friendly US-based customer service staff. Accounts for the program are issued by Republic Bank & Trust Company, Member FDIC. Find more information at www.carepayment.com.

About American Oncology Network, LLC: (AONcology.com)
American Oncology Network, LLC (AON) is an alliance of physicians and seasoned healthcare leaders partnering to ensure the long-term success of community oncology. Launched in 2018, the rapidly growing AON network represents 102 physicians and 68 nurse practitioners and physician assistants practicing across 17 states. The executive management team of AON brings more than three decades of oncology practice management experience, enabling physicians to focus on what matters most – providing the highest quality care for patients.

The organization provides unique and comprehensive protocols for managing administrative procedures and enhancing ancillary services for its affiliates. AON is able to aggregate volume and attain economies of scale, as it guides its member physicians and practices through the transition to value-based reimbursement models that improve the patient experience and help to reduce the per-capita cost of cancer care.

AON also provides a unique model of physician led, community-based oncology management. With services such as a centralized specialty pharmacy, diagnostics, pathology, fully integrated electronic medical records, a care management team, and a variety of financial assistance programs, an alliance with AON ensures that patients’ experiences will be at the very pinnacle of cancer care today.

For More Information, Contact:
American Oncology Network, LLC
Caroline Hewitt, Vice President of Marketing
Caroline.Hewitt@AONcology.com
(941) 224.8736

American Oncology Network, LLC & Cancer & Blood Specialists of Arizona Welcome Harshita Paripati, MD

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Fort Myers, Fla., July 6, 2021 – Drs. Snehal Bhoola, Tania Cortas, Mazen Khattab, and Shana Wingo of Cancer & Blood Specialists of Arizona (CBSA) welcome Medical Oncologist/Hematologist Harshita Paripati, MD to the community oncology practice. CBSA, an American Oncology Network, LLC (AON) partner, has three locations in the Greater Phoenix Area including the Northwest, East Valley and Phoenix/Scottsdale.

Dr. Paripati is seeing patients in East Valley at 1501 N. Gilbert Rd., Suite 200 in Gilbert. She is a Board-certified medical oncologist who treats patients with all cancer types and blood disorders, and is renowned for her expertise in thoracic cancers. She has been practicing in Arizona since 2009.

Dr. Paripati earned her medical degree from Osmania Medical College, NTR University of Health Services in Hyderabad, India. She completed her residency in internal medicine from Baptist Medical Centers in Birmingham, Alabama and her fellowship training in medical oncology and hematology at Mayo Clinic Arizona in Scottsdale.

“Dr. Paripati has an impressive background and is recognized for her work in thoracic cancers but it is her focus on providing personalized care to her patients that makes all of us at CBSA thrilled to have her join our practice,” said Dr. Bhoola of Cancer & Blood Specialists of Arizona.

With the addition of Dr. Paripati, the CBSA team will include three medical oncologists and two gynecologic oncologists providing the highest quality of care, with state-of-the-art technology and the latest advances in clinical research and therapies. Through its partnership with AON, the practice offers home delivery of oral oncolytic medications, 24/7 pharmacy assistance and care management services.

AON President & Chief Development Officer Brad Prechtl, MBA said, “We welcome Dr. Paripati to AON and CBSA. By adding a third medical oncologist we are better able to meet the needs of our patients living in East Valley, as they will be able to get the highest quality cancer care close to where they live.”

“We are pleased to welcome Dr. Paripati as she is highly regarded for her treatment plans based on cutting-edge research while placing an emphasis on the quality of life for her patients,” said AON CEO Todd Schonherz.

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About Cancer & Blood Specialists of Arizona: (CancerBloodSpecialistsAZ.com)
Cancer & Blood Specialists of Arizona is a community-based Medical Oncology, Gynecologic Oncology and Hematology practice providing treatment for patients diagnosed with all types of cancer and blood disorders. We are experienced physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses and clinical support staff providing compassionate, patient-centered care in Phoenix, Arizona, and surrounding areas. Our physicians have deep roots in the Greater Phoenix Area and are proud of our 40-year collective history of delivering the highest quality cancer treatment that is based on cutting-edge research.

About American Oncology Network, LLC: (AONcology.com)
American Oncology Network, LLC (AON) is an alliance of physicians and seasoned healthcare leaders partnering to ensure the long-term success of community oncology. Launched in 2018, the rapidly expanding AON network represents 102 physicians and 68 nurse practitioners and physician assistants practicing across 17 states. The executive management team of AON encompasses more than three decades of oncology practice management experience, enabling physicians to focus on what matters most – providing the highest quality care for patients.

The organization provides unique and comprehensive protocols for managing administrative procedures and enhancing ancillary services for its affiliates. AON is able to aggregate volume and attain economies of scale, as it guides its member physicians and practices through the transition to value-based reimbursement models that improve the patient experience and help to reduce the per-capita cost of cancer care.

AON also provides a unique model of physician led, community-based oncology management. With services such as a centralized specialty pharmacy, diagnostics, pathology, fully integrated electronic medical records, a care management team and a variety of financial assistance programs, an alliance with AON ensures that patients’ experiences will be at the very pinnacle of cancer care today.

For More Information, Contact:
American Oncology Network, LLC
Caroline Hewitt, Vice President of  Marketing
Caroline.Hewitt@AONcology.com
(941) 224.8736

American Oncology Network Secures $85 Million in Financing From PNC Bank

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Strategic relationship safeguards oncology treatment options for thousands of U.S. patients

Fort Myers, Fla., June 24, 2021 – American Oncology Network, LLC (AON), a high-growth medical oncology provider with a focus on supporting the long-term viability of oncology treatment in community-based settings, announced today that it has closed on a financing agreement with PNC Bank, one of the largest diversified financial services institutions in the United States. The $85 million financing deal will facilitate AON’s continued growth and the ability to provide exceptional cancer care to patients.

“Our credit facility with PNC Bank is an important part of our effort to ensure that we remain well-positioned to execute on our strategic imperatives and continue providing exceptional cancer care to our communities,” said Todd Schonherz, AON chief executive officer. “We appreciate the leadership and commitment of PNC and our own finance, accounting and legal teams for the countless hours spent over the past few months to get this agreement closed.”

This financing will allow AON to continue to execute on strategic imperatives including:

  • Investing in state-of-the-art information technology platforms and resources dedicated to providing services and support to its national footprint of 60 plus clinics;
  • Expanding AON’s ability to benefit from strategic pharmaceutical purchasing opportunities;
  • Increasing the organizations capacity to strategically grow its national practice and preserve its position as one of the fastest growing oncology networks in the United States; and
  • Exploring new service offerings to facilitate ongoing diversification of AON services ensuring patients continue to have access to the latest advances in care in the community setting.

“There is a correlation between the health of individuals and the economic health and vibrancy of a region,” said Chris Whitis, PNC Bank executive vice president and co-head of Corporate Banking for Texas and the Southeast. “We are privileged to support ventures that improve quality of care for oncology and hematology patients in our region. AON’s insightful oncology treatment and healthcare diversification advances are an asset well worth our involvement.”

AON currently serves an expanding network of partner practices across 17 states, providing dedicated end-to-end administrative support, access to an extensive array of centralized ancillary services, and proven practice management expertise. Delivered through its local market, physician-led model, AON empowers community-based oncology practices with the necessary tools, support and capital to effectively navigate today’s increasingly dynamic healthcare landscape and practice high-quality, value-based care within the community at scale.

David Gould, AON chief financial officer added, “This credit facility represents a significant financial commitment to AON by one of the largest banks in the nation and we are excited to work with PNC Bank as we continue to provide best-in-class cancer care to patients in their local communities. We’re very pleased this relationship will help to elevate community oncology care for the benefit of our patients.”

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PNC Bank
PNC Bank, National Association, is a member of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: PNC). PNC is one of the largest diversified financial services institutions in the United States, organized around its customers and communities for strong relationships and local delivery of retail and business banking including a full range of lending products; specialized services for corporations and government entities, including corporate banking, real estate finance and asset-based lending; wealth management and asset management. For information about PNC, visit www.pnc.com.

About American Oncology Network, LLC: (AONcology.com)
American Oncology Network, LLC (AON) is an alliance of physicians and seasoned healthcare leaders partnering to ensure the long-term success of community oncology. Launched in 2018, the rapidly growing AON network represents 102 physicians and 68 nurse practitioners and physician assistants practicing across 17 states. The executive management team of AON brings more than three decades of oncology practice management experience, enabling physicians to focus on what matters most – providing the highest quality care for patients.

The organization provides unique and comprehensive protocols for managing administrative procedures and enhancing ancillary services for its affiliates. AON is able to aggregate volume and attain economies of scale, as it guides its member physicians and practices through the transition to value-based reimbursement models that improve the patient experience and help to reduce the per-capita cost of cancer care.

AON also provides a unique model of physician led, community-based oncology management. With services such as a centralized specialty pharmacy, diagnostics, pathology, fully integrated electronic medical records, a care management team and a variety of financial assistance programs, an alliance with AON ensures that patients’ experiences will be at the very pinnacle of cancer care today.

For More Information, Contact:
American Oncology Network, LLC
Caroline Hewitt, Vice President of Marketing
Caroline.Hewitt@AONcology.com
(941) 224.8736