Cleveland Clinic Cancer Advances
A Cleveland Clinic podcast for medical professionals exploring the latest innovative research and clinical advances in the field of oncology.
Cleveland Clinic Cancer Advances
Integrating Goals-of-Care Discussions in Oncology Practice
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Cleveland Clinic Cancer Institute
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How can oncologists initiate meaningful goals-of-care discussions earlier in the disease course? In this episode, Dr. Natalie Jacobowski outlines practical communication strategies, including language, timing and approaches to reduce stigma and align care with patient values. She emphasizes how early, transparent dialogue, and framing concerns as shared worries, can enhance decision-making across the cancer continuum, including for younger patients.