Can better Doctor-Patient bonds reduce cancer care disparities?
NCT ID NCT04342611
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at how trust and communication (called a therapeutic alliance) between Latino/a advanced cancer patients and their oncologists might affect care. Researchers interviewed 4 doctors and held focus groups with 10 patients to understand barriers and what helps build a strong relationship. The goal was to learn how to reduce disparities in end-of-life cancer care for Latino communities.
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City of Hope Medical Center
Duarte, California, 91010, United States
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