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Cancer Support Services for American Indian/Alaska Native Populations at National Cancer Institute Centers /

Record Type:	Language materials, printed : Monograph/item
Title/Author:	Cancer Support Services for American Indian/Alaska Native Populations at National Cancer Institute Centers // Amber Suena Anderson-Buettner.
Author:	Anderson-Buettner, Amber Suena,
Description:	1 electronic resource (92 pages)
Notes:	Source: Dissertations Abstracts International, Volume: 86-03, Section: B.
Contained By:	Dissertations Abstracts International86-03B.
Subject:	Oncology. -
Online resource:	http://pqdd.sinica.edu.tw/twdaoapp/servlet/advanced?query=31301432
ISBN:	9798384068143

Cancer Support Services for American Indian/Alaska Native Populations at National Cancer Institute Centers /
Anderson-Buettner, Amber Suena,

Cancer Support Services for American Indian/Alaska Native Populations at National Cancer Institute Centers /Amber Suena Anderson-Buettner. - 1 electronic resource (92 pages)

Source: Dissertations Abstracts International, Volume: 86-03, Section: B.

Background: American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) people have shared and culture-specific perceptions of health, including cancer. Although cancer-related health disparities affect many AI/AN populations across the United States, cultural and spiritual-based interventions have demonstrated improved holistic health outcomes. The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is the primary agency for cancer training and research in the United States. The 72 NCI-designated cancer centers located throughout the country prioritize diversity and equity in their efforts; however, each provide varying degrees of support services specifically for their AI/AN patients and respective communities. No comprehensive studies have characterized support services provided to AI/ANs at NCI-designated cancer centers. An assessment of existing and potential AI/AN specific support services was completed in an effort to ameliorate this discrepancy and conceptualize future intervention opportunities. Methods: From the perspective of NCI-designated cancer center and affiliated institution staff, this study sought to (1) define existing support services provided specifically to AI/AN patients receiving care at NCI-designated cancer centers, (2) identify gaps in current support and define optimal relevant support services for AI/AN patients, and (3) identify, furnish, and solicit feedback on key themes identified in the study. Results: Participants discussed their perspectives of existing services, growth opportunities, and cultural needs of AI/AN patients. After thematic analysis of interview data, four major themes emerged: Existing Programs and Services, Program Development and Keys to Success, Perceptions of Adequate Support and Growth Opportunities, and Cultural Nuances and Patient Related Factors. Participants described a wide variety of services catering to the specific needs of the AI/AN patients, ranging from transportation assistance to traditional healing services. Though limited by a sparse budget and resources, participants reported that community, Tribal, institutional, and organizational collaborations contribute to program success. The AI/AN patient population experiences nuanced and varied barriers to cancer care, yet care coordination, transportation, and lodging were frequently defined challenges, among others. Discussion/Conclusion: Cancer center employees who provide services specifically to AI/AN patients work diligently to ameliorate barriers to care with a patient-centered approach. Existing support services at cancer centers have yielded positive outcomes, yet deficits of care catering to the specific needs of AI/AN patients persist. Expansion of services for AI/AN patients at NCI-designated cancer center is necessary for the health and well-being of this population.

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ISBN: 9798384068143Subjects--Topical Terms:

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Oncology.
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American Indian

Cancer Support Services for American Indian/Alaska Native Populations at National Cancer Institute Centers /
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