Disparities in pediatric oncology patient education and linguistic resources: results of a national survey of pediatric oncologists.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Extensive patient and family education is required at the time of a new diagnosis of pediatric cancer yet little data exist regarding the availability and linguistic competency of new cancer diagnosis education provided by pediatric oncology institutions.

Procedure

Using the American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology (ASPHO) membership list, a web-based survey was conducted among a cohort of pediatric oncologists to determine pediatric oncologists' assessment of institutional resources for new cancer diagnosis education and the availability of linguistically appropriate education.

Results

Of 1,294 ASPHO members sent email survey invitations, 573 (44.3%) responded with 429 meeting eligibility criteria. Oncologists at academic institutions reported the

SUBMITTER: Slone JS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3877218 | biostudies-literature | 2014 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature