The Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com Accreditations
At The Mesothelioma Center, we are committed to serving people affected by asbestos-related diseases. To ensure we fulfill our mission with excellence and integrity, we have sought accreditations and developed ties with several industry monitors and medical organizations.
Written by Michelle Whitmer • Edited By Walter Pacheco
Asbestos.com is the nation’s most trusted mesothelioma resource
The Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com has provided patients and their loved ones the most updated and reliable information on mesothelioma and asbestos exposure since 2006.
Our team of Patient Advocates includes a medical doctor, a registered nurse, health services administrators, veterans, VA-accredited Claims Agents, an oncology patient navigator and hospice care expert. Their combined expertise means we help any mesothelioma patient or loved one through every step of their cancer journey.
More than 30 contributors, including mesothelioma doctors, survivors, health care professionals and other experts, have peer-reviewed our website and written unique research-driven articles to ensure you get the highest-quality medical and health information.
About The Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com
- Assisting mesothelioma patients and their loved ones since 2006.
- Helps more than 50% of mesothelioma patients diagnosed annually in the U.S.
- A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
- 5-star reviewed mesothelioma and support organization.
Testimonials
My family has only the highest compliment for the assistance and support that we received from The Mesothelioma Center. This is a staff of compassionate and knowledgeable individuals who respect what your family is experiencing and who go the extra mile to make an unfortunate diagnosis less stressful. Information and assistance were provided by The Mesothelioma Center at no cost to our family.LashawnMesothelioma patient’s daughter
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Whitmer, M. (2023, June 12). The Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com Accreditations. Asbestos.com. Retrieved April 25, 2024, from https://www.asbestos.com/about/accreditations/
MLA
Whitmer, Michelle. "The Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com Accreditations." Asbestos.com, 12 Jun 2023, https://www.asbestos.com/about/accreditations/.
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Whitmer, Michelle. "The Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com Accreditations." Asbestos.com. Last modified June 12, 2023. https://www.asbestos.com/about/accreditations/.
The Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com is the nation’s most trusted mesothelioma resource. Our dedication to providing accurate and up-to-date information has resulted in these quality accreditations and professional connections.
American Accreditation Commission International
The American Accreditation Commission International, or AACI, provides accreditation, certification and education to health care organizations. Asbestos.com adheres to the AACI’s medical web content principles for medical websites. Our certification attests that the site complies with AACI principles. The AACI certification assures visitors that our medical information is high-quality, objective and transparent. Learn more about our AACI certification.
Better Business Bureau
For more than 100 years, the Better Business Bureau has been dedicated to rating the trustworthiness of businesses. The BBB promotes best practices for marketplace behavior and recognizes businesses with a strong track record of integrity and performance. The BBB Standards for Trust include honesty, transparency and responsiveness. Asbestos.com is accredited by the BBB with an A+ rating.
TRUSTe Certified Privacy
TRUSTe was founded in 1997 as a nonprofit industry association. For more than 20 years, the TRUSTe Certifications Standards have upheld transparency and choice in the collection of personal information. The organization has continually evolved to keep up with technology, and it has incorporated principles from privacy advocates and government regulators. TRUSTe verifies that Asbestos.com’s practices meet its standards for privacy.
Academy of Oncology Nurse and Patient Navigators
The Academy of Oncology Nurse and Patient Navigators (AONN+) was founded in 2009 to support patient advocates working in cancer treatment. Today, AONN+ provides professional resources and networking tools to more than 7,000 members in the United States. Its ultimate goal is to improve health care and quality of life for cancer survivors. Vanessa Blanco of The Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com is certified by AONN+ as an oncology patient navigator. Karen Selby and Jose Ortiz are also members of AONN+.
Department of Veterans Affairs
The Department of Veterans Affairs administers benefits such as disability compensation and health care services at VA hospitals and clinics. To make it easier for veterans to access VA benefits, the VA created a formal accreditation process for third-party agents. A VA-accredited claims agent can help veterans and their families understand their eligibility for benefits and complete the necessary paperwork. The Patient Advocates of Asbestos.com’s Veterans Department are accredited by the VA so they can assist with asbestos-related VA claims.
Staff Memberships
The staff of Asbestos.com is involved in many organizations focused on advancing cancer treatment and survivorship:
- American Society of Clinical Oncology
- American Thoracic Society
- International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer
- Association of Oncology Social Work
- American Holistic Medical Association
Additional Licenses and Certifications
Asbestos.com’s team members also bring valuable training and experience to their patient advocacy work:
- Nursing License
- Dietitian License
- Health Writing Certification from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Social Media for Health Care Certification from Mayo Clinic
