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Degenhardt M, Ernstmann N, Schellenberger B, Ansmann L, Heuser C. Treatment confidence and patient participation in multidisciplinary tumor conferences: A structural equation modeling approach. Cancer Med 2024; 13:e7199. [PMID: 38800961 PMCID: PMC11129163 DOI: 10.1002/cam4.7199] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2023] [Revised: 03/23/2024] [Accepted: 04/04/2024] [Indexed: 05/29/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE Multidisciplinary tumor conference (MTC) is a key instrument in multidisciplinary cancer care. In recent years, if and how patient participation in MTC can contribute to a more patient-centered care have been scientifically discussed. This study aimed to identify determinants of treatment confidence in the context of patient participation in MTC. Therefore, the association among health literacy-sensitive communication, trust in health-care providers (HCP), and treatment confidence is examined. METHODS This study used data from the multicenter, observational study "PINTU" on patient participation in MTC. Data were collected from November 2018 to February 2020. Validated scales for treatment confidence, health literacy-sensitive communication, and trust in providers were included in the structural equation modeling (SEM) analysis. RESULTS A total of 95 patients participated in MTC. The sample compromised n = 80 completed datasets. The SEM fit measures indicated good fit of the proposed model. The analysis showed a positive association between health literacy-sensitive communication and treatment confidence when adding the mediating effect of trust in providers. CONCLUSION Patient-centered communication during MTC in combination with a trustful relationship between participating patients and health-care providers is positively associated with treatment confidence. The results indicated the relevance of a trustful doctor-patient communication and relationship. Trainings for physicians targeting patient-centered communication could be a promising approach to strengthen patient participation.
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- Marie Degenhardt
- Department for Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Medicine, Center for Health Communication and Health Services ResearchUniversity Hospital BonnBonnGermany
- Center for Integrated Oncology Aachen Bonn Cologne Düsseldorf (CIO ABCD)BonnGermany
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- Department for Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Medicine, Center for Health Communication and Health Services ResearchUniversity Hospital BonnBonnGermany
- Center for Integrated Oncology Aachen Bonn Cologne Düsseldorf (CIO ABCD)BonnGermany
- University of Cologne, Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital Cologne, Institute of Medical Sociology, Health Services Research and Rehabilitation Science, Chair of Health Services ResearchCologneGermany
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- Department for Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Medicine, Center for Health Communication and Health Services ResearchUniversity Hospital BonnBonnGermany
- Center for Integrated Oncology Aachen Bonn Cologne Düsseldorf (CIO ABCD)BonnGermany
- University of Cologne, Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital Cologne, Institute of Medical Sociology, Health Services Research and Rehabilitation Science, Chair of Health Services ResearchCologneGermany
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- University of Cologne, Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital Cologne, Institute of Medical Sociology, Health Services Research and Rehabilitation Science, Chair of Medical SociologyCologneGermany
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- Department for Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Medicine, Center for Health Communication and Health Services ResearchUniversity Hospital BonnBonnGermany
- Center for Integrated Oncology Aachen Bonn Cologne Düsseldorf (CIO ABCD)BonnGermany
- University of Cologne, Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital Cologne, Institute of Medical Sociology, Health Services Research and Rehabilitation Science, Chair of Health Services ResearchCologneGermany
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Molina Y, Tsai E, Enqubahry Y, Lee E, Siddiqi F, Gottesman A, Boylan E, Paz K, Wright ME, Abrol E, Lofton S, Kim SJ, Patel A. Equity in Cancer and Chronic Disease Prevention through a Multi-Pronged Network Intervention: Works-in-Progress. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2024; 21:213. [PMID: 38397702 PMCID: PMC10888495 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph21020213] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2023] [Revised: 01/31/2024] [Accepted: 02/07/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024]
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The increasing rates of cancer incidence are disproportionately borne by populations that are ineligible for screening and historically marginalized populations. To address this need, our community-centered model seeks to catalyze the widespread diffusion of evidence-based information and resources (e.g., community-based organizations, federally qualified health centers) to reduce the risks of cancer, chronic disease, and other conditions. In this study, we tested whether improving personal health literacy (i.e., confidence in seeking information) and enabling successful information transfer (i.e., intention to share the specific information learned through the program) among community residents could contribute to greater diffusion intention (i.e., number of network members with whom residents plan to share information and resources). The current study used post-intervention surveys, which were administered to Chicago residents who were 18 years or older and had participated in the program. Among the 1499 diverse Chicago residents, improved personal health literacy was associated with greater diffusion intention (ORs = 2.00-2.68, 95% CI [1.27-4.39], p ≤ 0.003). Successful information transfer was associated with greater diffusion, especially for cancer and other chronic disease risk reductions (ORs = 3.43-3.73, 95% CI [1.95-6.68], p < 0.001). The findings highlight the potential gains for health equity through sustainable, scalable, multi-sectoral partnerships.
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- Yamilé Molina
- Division of Community Health Sciences, School of Public Health, University of Illinois Cancer Center, University of Illinois Chicago, Chicago, IL 60612, USA; (Y.E.); (E.L.); (F.S.)
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- University of Illinois Cancer Center, University of Illinois Chicago, Chicago, IL 60612, USA; (E.T.); (M.E.W.); (E.A.)
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- Division of Community Health Sciences, School of Public Health, University of Illinois Cancer Center, University of Illinois Chicago, Chicago, IL 60612, USA; (Y.E.); (E.L.); (F.S.)
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- Division of Community Health Sciences, School of Public Health, University of Illinois Cancer Center, University of Illinois Chicago, Chicago, IL 60612, USA; (Y.E.); (E.L.); (F.S.)
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- Division of Community Health Sciences, School of Public Health, University of Illinois Cancer Center, University of Illinois Chicago, Chicago, IL 60612, USA; (Y.E.); (E.L.); (F.S.)
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- School of Public Health, George Washington Milkin Institute, Washington, DC 20037, USA;
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- Chicago Department of Public Health, Chicago, IL 60612, USA; (E.B.); (K.P.); (A.P.)
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- Chicago Department of Public Health, Chicago, IL 60612, USA; (E.B.); (K.P.); (A.P.)
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- University of Illinois Cancer Center, University of Illinois Chicago, Chicago, IL 60612, USA; (E.T.); (M.E.W.); (E.A.)
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- University of Illinois Cancer Center, University of Illinois Chicago, Chicago, IL 60612, USA; (E.T.); (M.E.W.); (E.A.)
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- Population Health Nursing Science, College of Nursing, University of Illinois Chicago, Chicago, IL 60612, USA;
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- Division of Health Policy and Administration, School of Public Health, University of Illinois Cancer Center, University of Illinois Chicago, Chicago, IL 60612, USA;
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- Chicago Department of Public Health, Chicago, IL 60612, USA; (E.B.); (K.P.); (A.P.)
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Smith G, Lui SF, Kalantar-Zadeh K, Bonner A. The Shift from Individual to Organizational Health Literacy: Implications for Kidney Healthcare Leaders and Clinicians. Nephron Clin Pract 2023; 148:349-356. [PMID: 38109858 DOI: 10.1159/000534073] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2023] [Accepted: 08/23/2023] [Indexed: 12/20/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND As a social determinant of health, health literacy has a vital role in the management of chronic disease management, including chronic kidney disease (CKD). SUMMARY To be able to manage their condition, patients with CKD need to be able to assess, comprehend, appraise, and utilize complex health-related information. Those patients are much more likely to understand and use health information appropriately, if it addresses their personal needs related to language, culture, educational background, and socioeconomic status. One aspect of health literacy, organizational health literacy (OHL), relates to the degree with which health organizations justifiably empower patients to locate, understand, and utilize health information and facilities to inform their decision-making and health behaviours. With increasing evidence-based about OHL as a way to improve healthcare, it is a new concept for kidney clinicians. KEY MESSAGES As producers of health-related information, the multidisciplinary kidney healthcare team have a responsibility to meet the needs of those in their care, as such, priority should be given to implementation of OHL initiatives. Through enhancing the clarity of information, OHL initiatives may provide a game plan for person-centred care for those with CKD.
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- Graeme Smith
- School of Health Sciences, Caritas Institute of Higher Education, Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- The Jockey Club School of Public Health and Primary Care, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Griffith University, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia,
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Robertson TW, Manganello JA, Wu M, Miller LS, Yucel RM, Schettine AM. Organizational Health Literacy and Health Among New York State Medicaid Members. Health Lit Res Pract 2023; 7:e154-e164. [PMID: 37698848 PMCID: PMC10495121 DOI: 10.3928/24748307-20230822-01] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2022] [Accepted: 01/21/2023] [Indexed: 09/13/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The definition of health literacy has recently expanded beyond the idea of individual skills to include the system and environment the individual interacts with to receive care, known as organizational health literacy (OHL). However, neither the prevalence of OHL nor the impact of OHL on individuals' perceptions of their health and healthcare have been examined in New York's Medicaid managed care population. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of organizational health literacy in the New York State (NYS) Medicaid Managed Care (MMC) program. METHODS A brief measure to assess organizational health literacy was developed from responses to two questions in the 2018 NYS Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) survey. Generalized Estimating Equation models were developed to analyze the association between organizational health literacy and three aspects of perceptions of health and health care, controlling for demographic differences and clustering effects from health insurance plans. Missing data were handled using multiple imputation. KEY RESULTS Among 3,598 members included in the study, 20% of the MMC members reported inadequate organizational health literacy. These members were more likely to be older, less educated, from racial and ethnic minority groups, and less fluent with English. They are more likely to have poorer self-reported health (odds ratio [OR] 1.49), lower perceived access to health care (OR 6.97), and lower satisfaction with their health care (OR 6.49) than members who did not report inadequate organizational health literacy. CONCLUSIONS Our results suggest that a proportion of the NYS MMC population faces inadequate organizational health literacy, which can present a barrier to health care access and result in patients having a significantly poorer health care experience. Using an existing data source that is part of existing data collection allows for routine assessment of organizational health literacy, which can help inform health plans about areas for potential improvement. [HLRP: Health Literacy Research and Practice. 2023;7(3):e154-e164.].
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- Thomas W. Robertson
- Address correspondence to Thomas W. Robertson, MS, Office of Quality and Patient Safety, New York State Department of Health, Empire State Plaza, Corning Tower Room 1963, Albany, NY 12237;
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Lander J, Dierks ML, Hawkins M. Health Literacy Development among People with Chronic Diseases: Advancing the State of the Art and Learning from International Practices. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:7315. [PMID: 35742562 PMCID: PMC9223502 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph19127315] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2022] [Accepted: 06/14/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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Chronic diseases account for a considerable part of the strain on health care systems [...].
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- Jonas Lander
- Institute for Epidemiology, Social Medicine and Health Systems Research, Hannover Medical School, 30625 Hannover, Germany;
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- Institute for Epidemiology, Social Medicine and Health Systems Research, Hannover Medical School, 30625 Hannover, Germany;
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- Centre for Global Health and Equity, Faculty of Health, Arts and Design, Department of Health and Biostatistics, Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne, VIC 3122, Australia;
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