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Exploratory Qualitative Analysis of Needs Assessment and Obstacles Faced by Head and Neck Cancer Patients in Central
Karen Y Choi1, Kimberly Chan1, Erika VanDyke2
1Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Penn State Health Hershey Medical Center Hershey PA USA.
Background:
We sought to identify the needs and obstacles in a rural head and neck cancer (HNC) patient population to address potential gaps in healthcare delivery and resources for this patient population.
Methods:
Thirty-minute semi-structured interviews were conducted with 11 HNC patients. Verbatim transcripts were analyzed using thematic analysis. A conceptual framework adapted from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine's five healthcare activities was used.
Results:
Three themes emerged highlighting the importance of care coordination between treatment facilities, prioritizing quality of life metrics, and emphasizing patients' desire to be treated close to home.
Conclusion:
This study identified several important themes that should be prioritized when implementing a successful multidisciplinary HNC center. Patients highly value communication among treatment teams, emphasizing the benefits of the role of a cancer nurse coordinator who can serve as the primary liaison for patients and ensure their needs are addressed.
Level Of Evidence:
6.
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