The Oncohumanities training programme: Fostering a deeper engagement and integration of oncology and humanities to tackle the pressing and complex challenges of cancer care

‘Oncohumanities’ is a new field of oncology and humanities which integrates a rich gamut of humanity disciplines and oncological expertise to tackle patients’ real needs and priorities. To promote knowledge and awareness on this topic, we propose a training programme that will blend conceptual knowl...

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Published in:Tumori 2023-06, Vol.109 (3), p.258-261
Main Authors: Carrieri, Daniele, Peccatori, Fedro Alessandro, Boniolo, Giovanni
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Humanities
Humans
Medical Oncology
Neoplasms - therapy
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Summary:‘Oncohumanities’ is a new field of oncology and humanities which integrates a rich gamut of humanity disciplines and oncological expertise to tackle patients’ real needs and priorities. To promote knowledge and awareness on this topic, we propose a training programme that will blend conceptual knowledge underpinning oncology practice with and person-centred care based on the humanisations of care, on empowerment of patients, and on respect for their diversities. Oncohumanities differs from most existing medical humanities training as it is integrated and engaged with oncology (rather than an add-on). This means that its agenda is driven by the real needs and priorities arising out of daily oncological practice. It is our hope that this new Oncohumanities programme and approach will contribute to guiding future efforts to foster a strong integrated partnership between humanities and oncology.
ISSN:0300-8916
2038-2529
DOI:10.1177/03008916231158674