Can talking to a Psycho-Oncologist make cancer doctors better at their jobs?

NCT ID NCT07268378

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vaudois Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether four one-hour supervision sessions with a psycho-oncologist can help oncology and hematology clinicians handle difficult patient interactions. The 62 participants are doctors or nurses who will discuss challenging cases and reflect on their feelings. The goal is to see if this support improves their ability to think about their work and reduces negative feelings toward patients.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: supervision sessions by psycho-oncologists
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a practical way to support oncology clinicians, improving their well-being and relationships with patients.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 62 participants, so results may not apply widely. It focuses on clinician outcomes, not direct patient benefits.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Burnout, Psychological neoplasm

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Contacts and locations

Locations

Psychiatrie de liaison

Lausanne, Canton of Vaud, 1011, Switzerland

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