Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC)History - PFAC began as a joint initiative between BJH & Siteman leadership. They saw the value in having the patient/caregiver voice provide input into initiatives relating to oncology services. In late 2009/early 2010 a group of internal executive-level stakeholders met to start developing the mission and vision of the Siteman Patient & Family Advisory Council. They also developed guidelines for the ideal PFAC member. The group consisted of both internal stakeholders and a core group of recent patients and caregivers. The rest of 2010 was spent refining the PFAC mission, vision, and goals. They also began recruitment of members. In addition to patients and caregivers, members included employees in oncology-related departments (radiation oncology, counseling, quality, etc).Vision - We advocate for improving the care and experience of our Siteman patients, families, and team members by sharing and expanding the patient and family voices.Mission - The PFAC ensures that patient and family voices are an integral part of delivering the highest standard of safe, comprehensive and compassionate cancer care and services.