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01-12-2010

Oncology Residents’ Perspectives on Communication Skills and Shared Decision Making

Authors: Rajiv Samant, Inge Aivas, Jean-Marc Bourque, Tara Tucker

Published in: Journal of Cancer Education | Issue 4/2010

Abstract

Shared decision making (SDM) and effective communication are essential components of cancer care. Residents in oncology-related specialties were surveyed about communication skills and SDM. The response rate was 77% (17/22), and 93% stated that communication skills were very important for their specialty. Most (76%) thought their communication skills were adequate, but areas of difficulty included discussing end-of-life issues, giving hope when the prognosis was bleak and dealing with hostile patients. Only 58% of respondents had heard the term SDM, and 29% were aware of its meaning. More SDM and communication training are required for future oncology physicians.

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Title: Oncology Residents’ Perspectives on Communication Skills and Shared Decision Making
Authors: Rajiv Samant
Inge Aivas
Jean-Marc Bourque
Tara Tucker
Publication date: 01-12-2010
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: Journal of Cancer Education / Issue 4/2010
Print ISSN: 0885-8195
Electronic ISSN: 1543-0154
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s13187-010-0094-x

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