Specialist Review

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How physicians evaluate end-of-life pain management

Managing pain during end-of-life care is one of the most delicate and complex challenges physicians face. It’s a responsibility that requires both technical expertise and deep empathy. Yet, a recent survey of physicians on Sermo…

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Ethical considerations in cancer care: dilemmas physicians face

94% of physicians believe that empathetic care improves patient outcomes, yet nearly half (47%) feel that traditional medical training limits their ability to connect emotionally. This conflict underscores broader cancer care ethical dilemmas, from balancing…

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The rise in Ozempic: what physicians should know

Ozempic has quickly become a cornerstone in healthcare, addressing two critical challenges: type 2 diabetes and obesity. As a GLP-1 receptor agonist, its promise of glycemic control and significant weight loss has captured the attention…

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Monkeypox: Key insights for physicians in 2025

In 2024, the Mpox virus outbreak—formerly monkeypox—continues to demand the attention of Doctors around the globe. Earlier this year, Africa’s top public health body announced the virus to be spreading quickly, with more than 17,000…

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7 bedside manner techniques that show empathy in oncology

59% of patients associate a physician’s bedside manner to the quality of care received from a health care facility, according to a physician survey. These patients also revealed the importance of compassion, comfort, and patience in their interactions with…

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Are physician surveys worth it for oncologists? 

Innovative technology solutions such as CRISPR and artificial intelligence (AI) are changing the approach to cancer diagnosis and treatment. Pharmaceutical and medical device companies that produce new oncology drugs and medical products benefit from physician…

How to talk with cancer patients about clinical studies, new treatments, and the clinical trials process

How to discuss clinical trials with oncology patients 

Cancer clinical trials are indispensable for improving and expanding the arsenal of treatments available in oncology. Not only that, but clinical trials are invaluable to clinicians as we read about them in peer-reviewed journals, often…

See what the health care community and health data say about real world evidence

RWE in oncology: Benefits and drawbacks 

In recent years, real-world data (RWD) and real-world evidence (RWE) are experiencing a renaissance in cancer treatment. However, real-world evidence comes with its own pros and cons, raising important questions. Why is RWE becoming more…