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Kevin Brigle, PhD, NP, a nurse practitioner and member of the Nurse Leadership Board (NLB) for the International Myeloma Foundation (IMF), emphasizes the need for patients to be active participants in their healthcare journey. He highlights the diverse healthcare professionals involved in cancer care, including primary care providers, hematologists/oncologists, nurses, and other supportive care staff. The speaker encourages patients to communicate their goals, preferences, and concerns to their healthcare team, ensuring that treatment decisions align with their individual needs. He provides tips for better communication, such as writing down questions, bringing along a good listener or advocate, and taking notes during appointments. He also addresses the importance of understanding test results, managing symptoms and side effects, and addressing financial burdens associated with cancer treatment.

Effective communication and shared decision-making are essential in navigating healthcare teams in cancer care.
Patients are encouraged to actively participate in their healthcare journey and communicate their goals, preferences, and concerns to their healthcare team.
The healthcare team in cancer care can include primary care providers, hematologists/oncologists, nurses, and various supportive care staff.
Tips for better communication include writing down questions, bringing a good listener or advocate, and taking notes during appointments.
Understanding test results, managing symptoms and side effects, and addressing financial burdens are important aspects of cancer care.

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