American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) shared on LinkedIn:
“‘The cancer experience of our patients is shaped not just by the treatments we prescribe, but also by our ability to build trust, navigate uncertainty, and communicate with empathy.’
Drs. Agrima Mian and Heber Reyes reflect on several aspects of patient communication, sharing lessons they have learned – often directly from patients – that may resonate with oncology trainees and early-career oncologists.
Read more on ASCO Connection: The Conversations That Shape Cancer Care: Lessons Learned From Communicating With Patients.”
Heber Reyes, Genitourinary Oncology Fellow at Alberta Health Services, added:
“We believe that our patients’ experience of living with cancer is determined not only by our prescribed treatments, but also by the trust we build, the uncertainty we navigate, and the empathy we have when communicating.”
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