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A Multiorganization Approach to Improving Palliative Care in Honduras
Lisa Kennedy Sheldon1, Constance Dahlin2, Shail Maingi3
1St. Joseph Hospital.
Oncology Nursing Forum
|December 20, 2016
Summary
Oncology professionals from the US partnered in Honduras to create educational programs. These initiatives aimed to enhance cancer and palliative care services through collaboration with local healthcare providers.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Global Health
- Medical Education
Background:
- Since 2011, US oncology nurses and physicians have volunteered in Honduras.
- The International Cancer Corps (ICC) facilitates these volunteer efforts.
- Partnerships include the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and Health Volunteers Overseas (HVO).
Purpose of the Study:
- To summarize the work of ASCO/HVO ICC teams in Honduras.
- To highlight the development of educational programs for cancer and palliative care.
- To improve cancer and palliative care through international collaboration.
Main Methods:
- International volunteer engagement by oncology professionals.
- Collaborative development of educational programs with Honduran partners.
- Focus on improving cancer and palliative care delivery.
Main Results:
- Educational programs were successfully developed.
- Collaboration fostered improvements in cancer care.
- Palliative care initiatives were advanced.
Conclusions:
- The ASCO/HVO ICC model effectively supports cancer and palliative care enhancement in resource-limited settings.
- International partnerships are crucial for sustainable healthcare improvements.
- Capacity building through education is a key strategy for global oncology.
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