African American Communities Speak to Palliative Care Clinicians: Evaluation of an Innovative Community-Developed Communication Skills Training Program (TH370D)

Lack of understanding of cultural differences may significantly compromise care at end-of-life (EOL) for minority patients. Cultural competence among clinicians increases the likelihood of providing quality care, leads to higher patient satisfaction, and reduces health disparities.

Source: Journal of Pain and Symptom Management - January 25, 2020 Category: Palliative Care Authors: Ronit Elk, Michael Barnett, Ashley Nichols, Moneka Thompson Source Type: research