Training Needs of Health Care Professionals for Lung Oligometastatic Cancer in the Philippines
Author Information
Author(s): Valmonte Daphne J., Quartey Naa Kwarley, Gutierrez Fatima, Mendoza Janel, Papadakos Janet, Giuliani Meredith
Primary Institution: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Hypothesis
What are the education and training needs of health care practitioners in the Philippines who encounter lung oligometastatic cancer patients?
Conclusion
The study identifies significant training needs among health care professionals in the Philippines for managing lung oligometastatic cancer, highlighting the necessity for a structured curriculum.
Supporting Evidence
- 27 health care practitioners completed the training needs assessment questionnaire.
- 74% of respondents were consultants, with the majority being radiation oncologists or medical oncologists.
- Respondents rated Management/Supervisory Tasks and Clinical Tasks as their highest training needs.
Takeaway
Doctors in the Philippines need more training to help patients with a specific type of lung cancer that has spread a little. This training will help them do their jobs better.
Methodology
A cross-sectional study using an online questionnaire was conducted among health care practitioners treating lung oligometastatic cancer in the Philippines.
Limitations
The study had a small sample size and included only one medical resident, limiting the generalizability of the results.
Participant Demographics
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