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Kyla Gaeul Lee1,2, Anna R Gagliardi1,3, Aisha K Lofters1,4
1Institute of Medical Science, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada.
Plos One
|August 7, 2026
Summary
This study explores how Korean immigrants experience shared decision-making with Canadian doctors. Findings will improve culturally sensitive patient care and communication strategies.
Area of Science:
- Health Services Research
- Cultural Competency in Healthcare
- Patient-Centered Care
Background:
- Shared decision-making (SDM) is crucial for patient-centered care but underrepresented in research involving immigrant populations.
- East Asian immigrants, including Korean immigrants, face unique cultural norms and language barriers influencing their healthcare decision-making experiences.
- Existing research on East Asian immigrant patient preferences in SDM is often conflicting and lacks purposive investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the lived experiences and preferences of Korean immigrant patients regarding shared decision-making (SDM) with Canadian primary care providers.
- To investigate the specific elements of "caring" and "sharing" within the therapeutic relationship from the perspective of Korean immigrant patients.
- To address the gap in understanding how cultural factors and immigration experiences shape SDM preferences among this population.
Main Methods:
- A hermeneutic phenomenological approach was employed to explore the experiences of Korean immigrant patients.
- Twelve adult Korean immigrant participants were recruited using purposive criterion and convenience sampling.
- Interviews were conducted in Korean or English and analyzed using an inductive analysis approach.
Main Results:
- The study is currently in the recruitment stage; findings are pending.
- Analysis will focus on identifying aggregate, de-identified themes related to "caring" and "sharing" in SDM.
- Results will be disseminated to participants, communities, and published in a peer-reviewed journal.
Conclusions:
- Understanding the nuanced experiences of Korean immigrants in SDM is essential for enhancing patient-centered care.
- This research aims to inform culturally sensitive healthcare practices and improve communication between primary care providers and Korean immigrant patients.
- Findings will contribute to a more inclusive body of knowledge on SDM within diverse patient populations.
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