Responding to rising cancer caseloads: Family physician learning needs and challenges in cancer care

Joan Sargeant; Anne Murray; Jean Gray; Suzanne Ferrier; Dorothy Barnard; Andrew Padmos; Elaine Loney

doi:10.1207/s15430154jce2003_9

Responding to rising cancer caseloads: Family physician learning needs and challenges in cancer care

Joan Sargeant, Anne Murray, Jean Gray, Suzanne Ferrier, Dorothy Barnard, Andrew Padmos, Elaine Loney

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Background. In this study, we addressed physicians' learning needs and practice challenges throughout the continuum of cancer care using an interprofessional approach. Methods. Data sources and tools included (1) 150 family physician questionnaires, (2) 11 oncologist interviews, (3) 13 focus groups with 125 health care providers, and (4) secondary sources. Results. Family physicians wish to play a larger role in their cancer patients' care. Their self-reported learning needs were confirmed by other data sources. Important practice and systemic challenges to improving care exist. Conclusion. Decreasing cancer rates and improving cancer care are complex issues requiring educational interventions as well as organizational and communications initiatives.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	155-161
Number of pages	7
Journal	Journal of Cancer Education
Volume	20
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1207/s15430154jce2003_9
Publication status	Published - Sept 2005

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Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

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