Patient-centered interprofessional education in cancer care: a systematic scoping review

Abstract Background Cancer remains a critical global health issue requiring a comprehensive interdisciplinary approach for effective treatment. Interprofessional education (IPE) is essential for overcoming barriers to collaboration among healthcare professionals and fostering efficient teamwork in c...

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Main Authors: Tobias Fragner, Honja Hama, Adis Šerifović, Kathrin Kirchheiner, Igor Grabovac
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Published: BMC 2024-12-01
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-024-06600-x
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author Tobias Fragner
Honja Hama
Adis Šerifović
Kathrin Kirchheiner
Igor Grabovac
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Igor Grabovac
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description Abstract Background Cancer remains a critical global health issue requiring a comprehensive interdisciplinary approach for effective treatment. Interprofessional education (IPE) is essential for overcoming barriers to collaboration among healthcare professionals and fostering efficient teamwork in cancer care. Objective This systematic scoping review aims to explore the role of IPE in enhancing interprofessional collaboration within cancer care by mapping and synthesizing the implementation, impact, and evaluation strategies of patient-centered IPE programs in this field. Methods A comprehensive search was conducted across seven databases, including CENTRAL, CINAHL, Embase, MEDLINE, PsycInfo, Scopus, and Web of Science, from their inception to January 2024. Grey literature was also sought through online sources and by contacting relevant organizations. Data were extracted and synthesized narratively following a standardized protocol. Results Seven studies met the inclusion criteria, highlighting various educational methods such as web-based platforms, face-to-face interactions, experiential learning, and simulation-based training. Patient-centered IPE programs notably improved interprofessional collaboration, communication, knowledge, and self-confidence among healthcare professionals. Additionally, several programs led to concrete changes in clinical practice and institutional policies. Evaluation strategies primarily utilized established frameworks such as Kirkpatrick’s model and Moore’s outcome levels to assess multiple layers of outcomes, including participant satisfaction, knowledge acquisition, competence, and behavior change. Conclusions The findings indicate that patient-centered IPE programs effectively promote interprofessional collaboration and enhance clinical competencies in cancer care. Future research should focus on long-term evaluations, address systemic barriers, expand geographical scope, and utilize standardized evaluation frameworks to further improve the design and implementation of patient-centered IPE programs in cancer care.
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spelling doaj-art-7994063f6af14db7b099a68d61cf33cd2025-01-05T12:33:47ZengBMCBMC Medical Education1472-69202024-12-0124111910.1186/s12909-024-06600-xPatient-centered interprofessional education in cancer care: a systematic scoping reviewTobias Fragner0Honja Hama1Adis Šerifović2Kathrin Kirchheiner3Igor Grabovac4Department of Social and Preventive Medicine, Center for Public Health, Medical University of ViennaDepartment of Social and Preventive Medicine, Center for Public Health, Medical University of ViennaDepartment of Social and Preventive Medicine, Center for Public Health, Medical University of ViennaDepartment of Radiation Oncology, Medical University of ViennaDepartment of Social and Preventive Medicine, Center for Public Health, Medical University of ViennaAbstract Background Cancer remains a critical global health issue requiring a comprehensive interdisciplinary approach for effective treatment. Interprofessional education (IPE) is essential for overcoming barriers to collaboration among healthcare professionals and fostering efficient teamwork in cancer care. Objective This systematic scoping review aims to explore the role of IPE in enhancing interprofessional collaboration within cancer care by mapping and synthesizing the implementation, impact, and evaluation strategies of patient-centered IPE programs in this field. Methods A comprehensive search was conducted across seven databases, including CENTRAL, CINAHL, Embase, MEDLINE, PsycInfo, Scopus, and Web of Science, from their inception to January 2024. Grey literature was also sought through online sources and by contacting relevant organizations. Data were extracted and synthesized narratively following a standardized protocol. Results Seven studies met the inclusion criteria, highlighting various educational methods such as web-based platforms, face-to-face interactions, experiential learning, and simulation-based training. Patient-centered IPE programs notably improved interprofessional collaboration, communication, knowledge, and self-confidence among healthcare professionals. Additionally, several programs led to concrete changes in clinical practice and institutional policies. Evaluation strategies primarily utilized established frameworks such as Kirkpatrick’s model and Moore’s outcome levels to assess multiple layers of outcomes, including participant satisfaction, knowledge acquisition, competence, and behavior change. Conclusions The findings indicate that patient-centered IPE programs effectively promote interprofessional collaboration and enhance clinical competencies in cancer care. Future research should focus on long-term evaluations, address systemic barriers, expand geographical scope, and utilize standardized evaluation frameworks to further improve the design and implementation of patient-centered IPE programs in cancer care.https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-024-06600-xCancer careOncologyInterprofessionalInterdisciplinaryContinuing educationPostgraduate education
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Honja Hama
Adis Šerifović
Kathrin Kirchheiner
Igor Grabovac
Patient-centered interprofessional education in cancer care: a systematic scoping review
BMC Medical Education
Cancer care
Oncology
Interprofessional
Interdisciplinary
Continuing education
Postgraduate education
title Patient-centered interprofessional education in cancer care: a systematic scoping review
title_full Patient-centered interprofessional education in cancer care: a systematic scoping review
title_fullStr Patient-centered interprofessional education in cancer care: a systematic scoping review
title_full_unstemmed Patient-centered interprofessional education in cancer care: a systematic scoping review
title_short Patient-centered interprofessional education in cancer care: a systematic scoping review
title_sort patient centered interprofessional education in cancer care a systematic scoping review
topic Cancer care
Oncology
Interprofessional
Interdisciplinary
Continuing education
Postgraduate education
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