First impressions: A prospective evaluation of patient-physician concordance and satisfaction following the initial medical oncology consultation.

ABSTRACT:

Background

An especially significant event in the patient-oncologist relationship is the initial consultation, where many complex topics-diagnosis, treatment intent, and often, prognosis-are discussed in a relatively short period of time. This study aimed to measure patients' understanding of the information discussed during their first medical oncology visit and their satisfaction with the communication from medical oncologists.

Methods

Between January and August 2021, patients without prior systemic treatment of their gastrointestinal malignancy (GI) attending the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre (PMCC) were approached within 24 h of their initial consultation to complete a paper-based questionnaire assessing understanding of their disease (diagnosis, treatment plan/intent,

SUBMITTER: Bach Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10757128 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature