Can online training make tough talks easier? new study tests communication skills for clinicians
NCT ID NCT06606470
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a virtual training program called ABCs that teaches healthcare providers how to have better conversations with patients about serious illness. The program includes online modules and live workshops. Researchers will compare providers who receive the training right away to those who get it later, measuring changes in communication skills and confidence. The goal is to help more providers feel prepared to discuss palliative care and other difficult topics.
What this could mean
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Active substance
virtual communication skills training program
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could help more healthcare providers feel confident having difficult conversations about serious illness, potentially improving patient and family experiences.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage study measuring provider skills and confidence, not patient outcomes. The training may not change real-world practice or improve care.
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McMaster University
RECRUITINGHamilton, Ontario, L8N 3Z5, Canada
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McMaster University
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