A survey of oncology advanced practice providers' knowledge and attitudes towards sexual and gender minorities with cancer.

ABSTRACT:

Aims and objectives

To evaluate the knowledge and attitudes towards sexual and gender minority (SGM) oncology patients' needs among advanced practice providers (APPs).

Background

SGM individuals experience health disparities, in part due to lack of access to knowledgeable providers. Despite the important role of APPs in cancer care, less is known about their attitudes and knowledge towards SGM cancer patients.

Design

Cross-sectional study.

Methods

A survey of APPs at a National Cancer Institute-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center assessed self-reported demographics, attitudes, knowledge and postsurvey confidence in knowledge of SGM oncology patient needs. Reporting of this study adheres to STROBE guidelines.

Results

Knowledge of health needs was low w

SUBMITTER: Sutter ME 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7771380 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature