Summary
Dr. Wayne Jonas and Dr. Ray Wadlow, a gastrointestinal oncologist specializing in pancreatic and gastrointestinal cancers, discuss the topic of financial toxicity in cancer treatment and its impact on whole person care. They highlight the need to address the financial harm that patients may experience during cancer treatment and the adverse effects it can have on their wellbeing. The conversation emphasizes the importance of listening to patients, asking questions about their individual context, and proactively addressing financial toxicity in cancer care. Financial toxicity disproportionately affects communities of color and there is a need to measure social drivers of health and assess targeted interventions.
Takeaways
- Financial toxicity refers to the adverse effects experienced by patients due to the cost of their cancer care.
- Addressing financial toxicity is an essential part of whole person care and can significantly impact patient wellbeing.
- Healthcare providers should ask questions and listen to patients to understand their individual context, including financial stressors.
- Efforts should be made to increase awareness of financial toxicity and develop tools and resources to help patients navigate the financial aspects of cancer care.
- Measuring social drivers of health and assessing targeted interventions is important.
- Collaboration with other healthcare professionals and organizations can help identify resources and support patients in mitigating the financial burden of cancer treatment.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Financial Toxicity and Whole Person Cancer Care
09:28 The Importance of Addressing Financial Harm in Cancer Care
16:07 Mitigating Financial Toxicity: Frameworks and Resources
Resources
- Financial Impact of Cancer Pocket Guide
- Whole Person Cancer Care Course CME Credits
- Social Determinants of Health and Cancer Care: An ASCO Policy Statement
- Artful oncology: A comprehensive psychosocial oncology curriculum for hematology/oncology fellows.
- Life with Cancer
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Dr. Wayne Jonas is a board-certified physician and Dr. Alyssa McManamon is a triple-board certified hematologist/oncologist. The opinions expressed on this show are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily represent the views and opinions of their places of employment, the Department of Veterans Affairs, or the United States government. The opinions expressed on this podcast are meant for entertainment and education and should not be used to diagnose or treat any medical condition nor should they be used as a substitute for medical advice from a qualified, board-certified practicing clinician. Dr. Wayne Jonas and Dr. Alyssa McManamon have no relevant financial disclosures.