Oxford Textbook of Communication in Oncology and Palliative Care

Communication is a core skill for medical professionals when treating patients. Cancer and palliative care present some of the most challenging clinical situations. This book provides evidence-based guidelines alongside case examples, tips, and strategies to achieve effective, patient-centred communication.

Oncology specialists including surgeons, medical and radiation oncologists, clinical oncologists and palliative care physicians, nurses, allied health practitioners, social workers, psychologists and psychiatrists, general practitioners and pastoral care workers, trainees, researchers, advocacy groups and the intelligent lay public