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Team Leadership and Cancer End-of-Life Decision Making
Julie M Waldfogel1, Dena J Battle1, Michael Rosen1
1Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD.
Journal of Oncology Practice
|September 8, 2016
Summary
Effective team leadership improves end-of-life decision-making in cancer care. Shared leadership enhances patient-centered care by coordinating providers and respecting patient needs.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Team Science
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- End-of-life decision-making in cancer care is complex, involving multiple providers.
- Lack of care coordination among providers can lead to missed opportunities for crucial goals of care discussions.
Observation:
- A case study of a 55-year-old man with lung cancer highlights barriers in end-of-life decision-making.
- Challenges were analyzed through the lens of team leadership functions: information management, problem-solving, and resource management.
Findings:
- The four key functions of team leadership are critical for effective care.
- Shared leadership, where all team members engage in these functions, improves provider-patient/family interactions.
Implications:
- Implementing shared leadership can foster cohesive care plans that integrate diverse expertise and patient preferences.
- Clinicians and researchers should consider team leadership dynamics in developing and studying cancer care delivery models.
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