Kansas City, KS- Chief Medical Officer of the Kansas City Division, Dr. Sean Kumer introduced The University of Kansas Health System's new Masonic Cancer Alliance mobile screening bus, which will provide mammograms, skin cancer screenings, and other cancer tests.
The bus, named "Hope on Wheels," is 42 feet long and equipped with a mammogram room, exam room, and restroom. It will target underserved rural areas in Kansas. The initiative is supported by the Kansas Masons and the Cinelli Family Foundation costing over a million dollars. The bus aims to increase cancer awareness and early detection.
Jack Beal, Senior VP Cancer Services, The University of Kansas Cancer Center
Jack discussed the bus's deployment strategy, targeting underserved rural areas in Kansas.
He talked about how it will work with local clinicians and healthcare communities to coordinate screenings and follow-up care
Dr. Roy Jensen, Director, The University of Kansas Cancer Center
Dr. Jensen emphasized the importance of outreach and engagement for the entire catchment area, including rural and urban communities.
He pointed out that bus addresses the need for a mobile facility to accommodate healthcare exams and provide adequate privacy.
Dr. Onalisa Winblad, Div. Director Breast Imaging, The University of Kansas Cancer Center
Dr. Winblad explained the importance of having fellowship-trained breast radiologists for accurate results.
Dr. Gary Doolittle, Director, Masonic Cancer Alliance
Dr. Gary Doolittle highlighted the bus's ability to screen for various cancers, including prostate, skin, and colorectal.
