Abstract 5049: Physician preferences in tobacco cessation support for cancer patients: A survey of physicians at National Cancer Institute Designated Cancer Centers

摘要: Purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate oncologists9 preferences for methods increase delivery tobacco cessation support cancer patients. Methods: An email list 6844 physicians at NCI Designated Cancer Centers generated using publically available online resources. survey conducted in the fall 2013 assess assessment and practices by physicians, barriers providing support, improve access services Results are compared similar findings American Society Clinical Oncology (ASCO) International Association Study Lung (IASLC). Results: Of electronically delivered invitations, we received 887 responses (13%). Consistent with previously published ASCO IASLC surveys, 90% agreed that use patients affects treatment outcomes (vs. 87-92% ASCO/IASLC), respondents reported they ask about their 83% routinely advise users quit 80-82% ASCO/IASLC). However, only 37% regularly discussed medications, 35% actively treated 39-44% Most (71%) responding oncologists preferred be provided initial patient consult, few (11%) were concerned medications. Lack time lack resources dominant administration oncologists. Only 10% believed adequately trained counsel on smoking cessation, but 55% training someone else clinic would support. When asked what provider prefer administer patients, 16% a primary care physician, 18% mid-level (nurse practitioner or physician assistant), 50% any other clinical staff, 1% personally provide Whereas most (58%) have dedicated within institution, 38% either within, outside institution. Conclusions: recognize importance another professional. Citation Format: Alix Pommerenke, Anthony Alberg, Thomas H. Brandon, Ivana Croghan, Michael K. Cummings, Carolyn Dresler, Ellen R. Gritz, Roy Herbst, Scott Leischow, James Marshall, Benjamin Toll, Graham Warren. Physician patients: A National Institute Centers. [abstract]. In: Proceedings 105th Annual Meeting Research; 2014 Apr 5-9; San Diego, CA. Philadelphia (PA): AACR; Res 2014;74(19 Suppl):Abstract nr 5049. doi:10.1158/1538-7445.AM2014-5049