Since its founding, AON has expanded into 19 states and counting.

FORT MYERS, Fla., September 5, 2023 – American Oncology Network (AON), one of the fastest-growing community oncology networks in the United States, proudly celebrated its fifth anniversary, commemorating a half-decade of excellence in advancing community oncology and driving value-based care initiatives to close the cancer care gap.

“Since AON’s founding in 2018, the organization has had an unwavering commitment to ensuring the viability of community oncology, supporting diversity in and accessibility of clinical trials at a local level and delivering high-quality compassionate cancer care and services,” said Todd Schonherz, AON’s chief executive officer. “I am immensely grateful and proud of the accomplishments of the AON teams and more importantly, the positive impact we have had in the lives of cancer patients. While we celebrate our five years of operation, we also celebrate and acknowledge the incredible journeys of resilience and hope undertaken by our patients whom we are honored to serve.”

AON is an alliance of physicians and veteran healthcare leaders dedicated to ensuring the long-term success of community-based oncology. AON has grown to include over 1,500 employees, close to over 200 providers in more than 75 clinics and operates in 19 states. The organization has cultivated partnerships with key leaders in healthcare and oncology services such as RXLightning and Thyme Care, which have assisted in the network’s expansive reach to over 450,000 unique patients nationwide.

“Our unique approach and physician-led model has allowed us to grow quickly over the last few years and at an impressive speed,” said Stephen “Fred” Divers, MD AON’s chief medical officer and medical oncologist at Genesis Cancer and Blood Institute in Hot Springs, Arkansas, one of AON’s first partner practices to join the organization alongside Hematology Oncology Clinic in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. “We have continued to advocate for our patients, pushing the boundaries of cancer treatments and research to ensure we are delivering the most advanced therapies available. The network’s dedicated team of experienced oncologists and medical staff as well as the internal teams at AON work tirelessly to make a meaningful difference. Congratulations to AON on five successful years.”

Through access to centralized services such as revenue cycle management, drug purchasing, payer contracting and IT, as well as enhanced services such as pathology and oral-oncolytic pharmacy, AON practices have realized significant results in increased productivity and improved operations.

Since its inception, AON achieved the following outcomes:

• Over 390 patients enrolled in more than 100 clinical trials.
• 63,000 PET/CT scans performed.
• Close to 6,000 bone marrows performed.
• 12.8 million clinical lab tests processed. 
• Over 100,000 prescriptions filled. 
• $185 million in medication and co-pay assistance.

“AON’s accomplishments are, without a doubt, inspiring and exciting for the community oncology profession,” said Shalin R. Shah, DO, AON’s Board of Managers Chairman. “Whereas there is much work still to be done in community oncology and in closing the cancer care gap, AON is an organization that is breaking the barriers to care, improving patient care and outcomes for many patients. Congratulations to AON for their accomplishments, and cheers to another five successful years.”

“This anniversary serves as an opportunity to reflect on our accomplishments as well as recommit to continuous growth, innovation and compassionate care,” said Schonherz. “As AON embarks onto this next chapter, we do so with the determination to remain at the forefront of community oncology and steadfast in our dedication to improving outcomes for cancer patients across the nation.”

For more information about AON, visit www.aoncology.com.

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About American Oncology Network
The American Oncology Network (AON), an Inc. 5000-recognized company, is an alliance of physicians and seasoned healthcare leaders partnering to ensure the long-term success of community oncology and other specialties. Launched in 2018, the rapidly expanding AON network represents 109 physicians and 86 nurse practitioners and physician assistants practicing across 19 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 are at the very pinnacle of cancer care today. Learn more at www.aoncology.com/.

Contact for more information:
Caroline Hewitt, Vice President of Marketing
American Oncology Network
Caroline.Hewitt@AONcology.com

Drs. Seth Hollenbach, Nathan Littlejohn and Renee Warford commit to continue delivering high-quality, comprehensive, patient-first care to the community.

HOT SPRINGS, Ark., September 1, 2023 – American Oncology Network (AON) is pleased to announce the opening of its first urology practice, Triple Crown Urology. Urologists Seth Hollenbach, MD; Nathan Littlejohn, MD; and Renee Warford, MD, joined AON’s vast network of healthcare practices.

Triple Crown Urology serves southwest Arkansas with clinics in Hot Springs, Hot Springs Village, Camden, Mena, Benton and Arkadelphia. The practice specializes in treating diseases and complications of the male and female urinary system as well as both benign and oncologic urologic issues. The providers use the latest advanced technology and have expertise in minimally invasive surgery, including robotic surgery, endoscopy, laparoscopy, Aquablation therapy and more. By joining AON as a partner practice, Triple Crown Urology will not only be able to continue providing urology care and services but also have access to additional resources that elevate patient care.

These additional services include a referral physician portal that allows for shared patient medical charts and seamless physician communication, an in-house specialty pharmacy with home delivery of certain medications, the ability to offer intravesical chemotherapy for treating urinary tract diseases and patient financial counseling.

“The partnership with AON enables us to build upon the services we currently offer as well as improve the services and offer additional services that elevate patient care,” said Seth Hollenbach, MD, Board-certified urologist at Triple Crown Urology. “AON’s mission is aligned with our mission of delivering high-quality and compassionate patient care. Our partnership will benefit our patients, and we are honored to be part of such an esteemed network of healthcare leaders.”

“We are excited to welcome Triple Crown Urology to our network,” said Todd Schonherz, AON’s chief executive officer. “Triple Crown Urology offers advanced and innovative urology treatments and delivers care that is high quality and patient centered. We look forward to their continued success in southwest Arkansas.”

“AON is excited to expand its reach beyond oncology with Triple Crown Urology, which gives AON the opportunity to offer to another medical specialty our key patient care services such as the in-house specialty pharmacy with home delivery of prescriptions and financial counseling,” said Anthony Belott, AON’s chief development officer. “These services are essential to patient care and not exclusive to oncology, and our partnership with Triple Crown Urology demonstrates that we have resources that can help practices even outside the oncology specialty thrive.”

For more information about AON, visit www.aoncology.com/. For more information about Triple Crown Urology, visit www.TripleCrownUrology.com.

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About American Oncology Network
The American Oncology Network (AON), an Inc. 5000-recognized company, is an alliance of physicians and seasoned healthcare leaders partnering to ensure the long-term success of community oncology and other specialties. Launched in 2018, the rapidly expanding AON network represents 107 physicians and 86 nurse practitioners and physician assistants practicing across 19 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 are at the very pinnacle of cancer care today. Learn more at www.aoncology.com/.

About Triple Crown Urology
Triple Crown Urology is dedicated to being the foremost urology practice in Southwest Arkansas providing comprehensive treatment and services to men and women of all ages. We treat diseases and complications of the male and female urinary tract including urinary tract infections (UTI’s), urinary incontinence, overactive bladder, interstitial cystitis, prostatitis, enlarged prostate, kidney stones, and male and female infertility. We also treat problems with male reproductive organs, including penile implants for patients suffering with erectile dysfunction. Through compassionate care that centers around the patient, we strive to provide the best possible experience throughout the healthcare journey. Learn more at www.TripleCrownUrology.com.

Contact for more information:
Caroline Hewitt, Vice President of Marketing
American Oncology Network
Caroline.Hewitt@AONcology.com

American Oncology Network partners with Thyme Care to provide cancer care support and navigation to patients.

FORT MYERS, Fla., July 26, 2023 – American Oncology Network, LLC (AON), one of the nation’s fastest-growing networks of community oncology practices, announced its participation in the Enhancing Oncology Model (EOM), a new value-based cancer care framework launched by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI), to improve health outcomes and reduce total costs of care.

Cancer is one of the biggest drivers of healthcare spending, costing the United States more than $200B per year. Although patient navigation services are proven to lower cancer care costs, scaling these interventions has been difficult, if not impossible, in today’s fee-for-service environment. To address the rising costs of cancer and improve care quality, CMMI launched the EOM on July 1st, 2023, a five-year voluntary program for oncology practices.

Built on the successes of and lessons learned from its predecessor, the Oncology Care Model (OCM), EOM is indicative of an industry paradigm shift towards value-based cancer care. EOM continues to focus on improving the alignment of quality, access and cost through payment incentives for care quality, 24/7 patient-focused care navigation services and addressing health equity.

“Oncology is facing an inflection point as the industry moves toward value-based care. AON is proud to be participating in the EOM,” said AON Chief Medical Officer Stephen “Fred” Divers, MD. “We look forward to realizing the goals of EOM as a network and leading the charge toward value-based cancer care.”

AON will partner with Thyme Care to reduce the total cost and improve the quality of care for AON patients. Thyme Care is a leading value-based cancer care partner, providing comprehensive cancer care support and navigation beyond the clinic for AON patients. As part of the partnership, Thyme Care will facilitate AON’s cancer clinics located across the country to participate in the EOM.

“Thyme Care’s platform of analytics and nurse navigation will provide data-driven solutions for our team of providers to ensure that patients treated in our network will maintain access to the highest standards of oncology care in a cost-effective manner while closing gaps in the care continuum and addressing any health equity disparities,” said Divers.

The Thyme Care team serves as an extension of AON practices and offers their patients a dedicated team of nurse practitioners, oncology nurses and on-demand resource specialists who can help them navigate the clinical, emotional, psychological and social barriers to care. AON oncologists will continue to lead clinical decision-making, while Thyme Care will provide these navigation services and staff.

Additional resources and support services for transportation, housing, food, behavioral health, financial assistance and more are provided to patients and their caregivers to help reduce any barriers to care. Thyme Care’s robust data and analytics capabilities will provide continual performance monitoring insights that drive practice transformation and enable AON to make data-driven decisions when selecting their preferred risk arrangement as part of their participation in the EOM. The collaboration enables both teams to provide more efficient care, proactively identify barriers to treatment and deliver clinical interventions before a patient ends up in the emergency department.

“We’re thrilled to partner with AON’s organization of community oncologists who are at the heart of delivering cancer care and therapies in their communities. It’s an honor to work alongside them to ensure all cancer patients have access to the support and resources they deserve,” said Bobby Green, MD, co-founder, president and chief medical officer of Thyme Care. “Together with AON, we can accelerate EOM to achieve a better patient experience, better outcomes and lower costs of cancer care.”

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About American Oncology Network, LLC
The American Oncology Network, LLC (AON), an Inc. 5000-recognized company, 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 106 physicians and 86 nurse practitioners and physician assistants practicing across 19 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 are at the very pinnacle of cancer care today. Learn more at AONcology.com.

Contact for more information:
Caroline Hewitt, Vice President of Marketing
American Oncology Network, LLC
Caroline.Hewitt@AONcology.com

About Thyme Care
Thyme Care is the leading value-based cancer care partner, collaborating with payers and providers to transform the experience and outcomes for individuals living with cancer. The company partners with health plans, employers and risk-bearing providers to assume accountability for enhanced care quality, improved health outcomes, and reduced total cost of care. Thyme Care’s approach combines a technology-enabled Care Team and seamless integration with providers, creating a hybrid collaborative care delivery model that guides and supports the entire patient journey. Thyme Care empowers over 300 oncologists nationwide through purpose-built tech, advanced data analytics, and virtual patient engagement, driving better care and outcomes in value-based arrangements. Thyme Care is a founding member of CancerX, and is backed by leading investors. To learn more about how Thyme Care is enabling the shift to value-based care in oncology, visit www.thymecare.com.

Thyme Care Contact
Kimberly Dreisinger
Thyme Care Communications
kimberly@thymecare.com

Rahman joins AON with 15 years of experience in healthcare and oncology.

FORT MYERS, Fla., July 18, 2023 – American Oncology Network, LLC (AON), a fast-growing network of community-based oncology practices, announced this past week that Alti Rahman has joined AON as the company’s chief strategy and innovation officer, effective July 3.  

“AON’s extensive growth over the past four years and success within the community oncology space highlighted the need for a role dedicated solely to driving the company’s business strategy and other key strategic initiatives so that we can continue achieving our goals within our current markets and expand into new ones across the nation,” said AON Chief Executive Officer Todd Schonherz. “Mr. Rahman brings extensive experience in healthcare, serving in oncology for 15 years. His enthusiasm for community oncology and improving cancer care is contagious. He brings great value to our organization, and his experience will no doubt help us expand and grow, positively impacting more patients.” 

Rahman holds a dual master’s degree in business and healthcare administration from the University of Houston and is a Certified Six Sigma Black Belt. Prior to joining AON, Rahman served as the practice administrator at Oncology Consultants in Houston, Texas, a community oncology practice focused on value-based care and continuous operational, cost and quality improvements. 

“My career in healthcare began when I was a mental health case worker,” said Rahman. “The experiences I had led me to pursue a career in healthcare administration, a place where I felt I could not only make a difference but work toward filling the gap between medical interventions and public health goals. AON is breaking down the barriers that hinder many patients from receiving the necessary care and treatments for their diagnoses. The network is vast with healthcare leaders, and I am eager to join the company and be a contributing member to elevating cancer care and closing the cancer care gap.” 

In his role, Rahman will lead the formulation, communication and execution of AON’s business strategy including establishing strategic frameworks for AON to move into new markets and areas. Additionally, he will oversee payer strategy; AON advocacy programs; diversity, equity and inclusion programs; service line development; and practice quality and efficiency initiatives.

“On behalf of the AON Board of Managers, I’d like to extend a warm welcome to Mr. Rahman,” said AON Board of Managers Chairman Shalin R. Shah, DO. “Mr. Rahman has had great success in his previous roles, and his experience is well-suited for elevating AON to the next level and creating a stronger nationwide presence for the company. I look forward to his contributions to AON.”

For more information about AON, visit aoncology.com/.

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About American Oncology Network, LLC
The American Oncology Network, LLC (AON), an Inc. 5000-recognized company, 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 106 physicians and 86 nurse practitioners and physician assistants practicing across 19 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 are at the very pinnacle of cancer care today. Learn more at AONcology.com.

Contact for more information:
Caroline Hewitt, Vice President of Marketing
American Oncology Network, LLC
Caroline.Hewitt@AONcology.com

Board-certified medical oncologist Dr. Ahmad Fora joins the care team and is accepting new patients.

OLYMPIA, Wash., July 10, 2023 – Vista Oncology, a partner practice of American Oncology Network, LLC (AON), announced the expansion of the care team with a new physician, Ahmad Fora, MD. Dr. Fora is a Board-certified medical oncologist and hematologist, and he is now accepting patients.

Dr. Fora has been caring for cancer patients for more than 10 years and is experienced in treating various cancer types. He received his medical degree from the Jordan University of Science and Technology in Irbid, Jordan. He completed an internal medicine residency at the University of Buffalo in Buffalo, New York, and an oncology-hematology fellowship at the Roswell Park Cancer Institute in Buffalo.

“I have been very impressed with the team at Vista Oncology and their holistic and patient-first care approach,” said Dr. Fora. “The practice of oncology is much more than strictly treating the tumor. It involves establishing a shared decision-making environment where personalized evidence-based care can occur that not only welcomes but incorporates the patient’s values and care preferences. As a physician, I approach patient care with the mindset of treating patients as I would like to be treated. I am eager to work alongside my fellow physicians and care team at the practice and contribute to the community oncology presence.”

“We are elated to welcome Dr. Fora to the practice,” said Dr. Joseph Ye, medical oncologist at Vista Oncology. “Our patients will greatly benefit from his experience and expertise. Our goal has always been to provide continuous care and treatment options for cancer patients in a community setting. With Dr. Fora joining our team of physicians, we will be able to keep our promise and deliver the quality of care our patients deserve.”

Vista Oncology joined AON in late 2019. As a partner practice of AON, the practice receives a wide variety of resources and support to ensure patient care remains the top priority. Such resources and support include the in-house specialty pharmacy and home delivery of oral oncolytic medications, centralized laboratory and pathology, a dedicated care management team and patient financial counseling services.

“AON’s mission is to ensure the viability of community oncology and ensuring local access to cancer care and treatments remains available to all patients, no matter where they live,” said Dr. Stephen “Fred” Divers, chief medical officer at AON. “Without physicians who are dedicated to practicing in a community setting, most Americans would have to travel long distances for their appointments and care. We are excited to welcome Dr. Fora to the network and look forward to supporting him and Vista Oncology.”

For more information about AON, visit aoncology.com/. For more information about Vista Oncology, visit vista-oncology.com/.

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About American Oncology Network, LLC
The American Oncology Network, LLC (AON), an Inc. 5000-recognized company, 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 106 physicians and 86 nurse practitioners and physician assistants practicing across 18 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 are at the very pinnacle of cancer care today. Learn more at aoncology.com.

About Vista Oncology
Vista Oncology was formed in 2008 by our physicians as a privately owned clinic. Our physicians and nursing staff maintain a holistic approach toward our patients and their families in order to provide them with the highest level of care and compassion. Vista’s partners and care teams are leaders in scientific discovery for the prevention, treatment, and curing of cancer. They include UW Medicine, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, and Virginia Mason Medical Center. Our partners and care teams offer cutting-edge care options and nationally recognized research teams. Learn more at vista-oncology.com/.

Contact for more information:
Caroline Hewitt, Vice President of Marketing
American Oncology Network, LLC
Caroline.Hewitt@AONcology.com