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Original Articles

Improving Community Cancer Care

Bringing Psychosocial Support to a Private Practice

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Pages 23-37 | Received 01 Nov 2001, Accepted 27 Jul 2002, Published online: 17 Oct 2008
 

Abstract

To address the needs of patients presenting to a radiation oncology practice, a psychosocial assessment was integrated into the initial evaluation. This article presents the findings in 902 patients evaluated during a two-year period. Although interventions were clustered around groups with poor prognoses and lower economic background, a considerable number of patients with better outlook and support required or benefited from counseling, education, or referral to community resources. The authors propose that psychosocial assessment and proactive interventions should be part of the initial care of every patient diagnosed with cancer. Partnering with agencies with similar goals puts this approach within reach of private practices.

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