Healthy Living: Local News

Cancer Patients Want Honesty From Doctors

Story Updated: Nov 5, 2009

A lot of people say they want a doctor with a "good bedside manner", but a new
study of cancer patients shows that term can mean many different things.
The report conducted by researchers at the University of Pittsburgh Cancer
Institute shows 72 percent of the patients want their doctors to call them by
their first name.
37 percent of female patients preferred to have their hands held during
important visits, while only 12 percent of men wanted the same treatment, but listen to this: 95% of patients want their doctor to be honest with them about their chances of survival and cure.
Researchers say a strong physician-patient relationship is essential to help cancer patients feel comfortable with their treatment plan.

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