Training healthcare teams to see the whole person behind the illness
NCT ID NCT07764263
First seen Aug 13, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether an interactive training program can help healthcare professionals better integrate a patient's personal circumstances, values, and daily life into care decisions for serious illness. Hospital teams in the Netherlands—including physicians, nurses, and physician assistants—will take part in two three-hour sessions focused on recognizing and exploring patient context. The effects will be measured through questionnaires, simulated patient interactions, and reviews of medical records to see if care becomes more personalized and person-centered.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Contextualized Care Communication Training, an interactive educational program for healthcare professionals
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this training could become a standard way to help healthcare teams deliver more personalized, person-centered care for people with serious illness.
- What could go wrong
- This is a relatively small study, and improvements in professional skills may not always translate into better patient outcomes or be sustained over time.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Radboudumc
Nijmegen, Netherlands
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