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  • Health Disparities Research
  • Oncology

Background:

  • Healthcare disparities disproportionately affect Black patients in the USA.
  • Effective doctor-patient communication is vital for treatment adherence and health outcomes.
  • Racial bias in communication can exacerbate existing health inequities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate racial disparities in doctor-patient communication.
  • To analyze communication differences in encounters with Black versus White patients diagnosed with myelodysplastic neoplasm (MDS).

Main Methods:

  • Thirty-seven oncologists participated in simulated patient encounters.
  • Actors portrayed patients recently diagnosed with MDS, varying by race (Black or White).
  • Communication was analyzed using linguistic, thematic, and comparative methods.

Main Results:

  • Encounters with Black patients were shorter and used less complex language.
  • Doctors asked fewer questions and used less inclusive/optimistic language with Black patients.
  • Discussions on transplant options and authentic communication were less thorough with Black patients.

Conclusions:

  • Significant racial disparities exist in doctor-patient communication, impacting MDS care.
  • Oncologists were unaware of their biased communication patterns.
  • Findings underscore the need for targeted training to reduce disparities and improve care for marginalized groups.