Can bias training help doctors talk fairly to all families?
NCT ID NCT05165888
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a training program to help doctors reduce racial bias when talking to families of seriously ill patients. Twenty-two doctors participated in simulated conversations with a Black actor playing a family member. The goal was to see if bias training improved communication compared to standard communication training alone. The study was small and completed, providing early insights into how to make end-of-life care more equitable.
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Active substance
Communication and Bias Mitigation Training
What this could lead to
If successful, this training could help doctors communicate more fairly with families of all backgrounds during end-of-life care.
What could go wrong
This was a small pilot study with only 22 doctors, so results may not apply to all doctors or real-world settings. The training's long-term impact is unknown.
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Montefiore Medical Center
The Bronx, New York, 10467, United States