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Type: Journal article
Title: Oncology workforce issues: the challenge of the outpatient clinic
Author: Okera, M.
Baker, N.
Hayward, A.
Selva-Nayagam, S.
Citation: Internal Medicine Journal, 2011; 41(6):499-503
Publisher: Blackwell Publishing Asia
Issue Date: 2011
ISSN: 1444-0903
1445-5994
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M. Okera, N.A. Baker, A.M. Hayward and S. Selva-Nayagam
Abstract: It is well-recognized that cancer prevalence is increasing and will continue to do so over the coming years. Adaptation of cancer services to this reality, however, has been slow. The oncology workforce, already short-staffed, will be overburdened if change does not occur in a timely manner. The results of this study seek to highlight the current workings of oncology outpatient clinics at this hospital, and to identify areas of deficiencies that need to be addressed. By presenting a portrait of our outpatient clinics, it is hoped that a discussion surrounding workforce issues can be actively engaged, as this is crucial in order to succeed in providing quality care for our cancer patients, and simultaneously to support and mentor our invaluable medical and allied health staff.
Keywords: Oncology
outpatient clinic
workforce
consultation
cancer
Rights: © 2011 The Authors. Internal Medicine Journal © 2011 Royal Australasian College of Physicians
DOI: 10.1111/j.1445-5994.2011.02506.x
Published version: http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1445-5994.2011.02506.x
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