Research funded by Pink Ribbon demonstrates that trust in your oncologist significantly improves breast cancer treatment outcomes.
Key Findings at a Glance
- More eye contact builds greater patient confidence in the oncologist.
- Age plays a role: older patients tend to have higher trust in their oncologist.
- Education level matters—women with higher education were less likely to fully trust their oncologist.
- Adequate eye contact helps patients retain more information, with an average recall of half the key discussion points.
- Stronger doctor-patient communication fosters trust and enhances breast cancer care.
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