Study protocol of OncoTolk : an observational study on communication problems in language-mediated consultations with migrant oncology patients in Flanders (Belgium)

Abstract: Introduction Effective doctor-patient communication in oncology settings can be challenging due to the complexity of the cancer disease trajectory. The challenges can become greater when doctors and patients do not share a common language and need to rely on language mediators. The aim of this study is to provide evidence-based recommendations for healthcare professionals, patients and language mediators on how to interact with each other during language-mediated consultations in oncology settings. Methods and analysis A systematic review of the literature on communication problems i... Mehr ...