In:
The Oncologist, Oxford University Press (OUP), Vol. 27, No. 6 ( 2022-06-08), p. 512-515
Abstract:
Our objective was to assess gynecologic cancer survivor preferences for telehealth cancer care. Gynecologic cancer survivors participating in a prospective cohort study were invited to complete a cross-sectional survey regarding their experience with and preferences for telehealth. Of 188 participants, 48.9% had undergone a telehealth visit since March 2020, and 53.7% reported a preference for exclusively in-person visits for their cancer care and surveillance. Furthermore, 80.5% of participants were satisfied with the telehealth care they received and 54.8% would recommend telehealth services to patients with similar conditions. Most participants thought a physical examination was critical to detecting recurrence, and concern that their provider may miss something during telehealth visits was greater among those who preferred in-person visits. With many gynecologic cancer survivors preferring in-person care, building a future care model that includes telehealth elements will require adaptations, careful evaluation of patient concerns, as well as patient education on telehealth.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
1083-7159
,
1549-490X
DOI:
10.1093/oncolo/oyac041
Language:
English
Publisher:
Oxford University Press (OUP)
Publication Date:
2022
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2023829-0