Colorectal Cancer Screening Project | 2023-Breakout Discussion zoom Room 2

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Video Summary

In this video, a group of healthcare professionals, including gastroenterologists and researchers, discuss the barriers and challenges that providers face in implementing colorectal cancer screening interventions. They brainstorm potential solutions to improve provider engagement and patient follow-up. One of the main barriers mentioned is that providers may feel overwhelmed and may not prioritize ordering necessary tests for their patients. The group suggests better education for providers about the importance of screening and the need for follow-up after abnormal results. They also discuss the possibility of offloading some of the responsibilities from providers to dedicated staff members or navigators who can educate patients and help them schedule appointments. The group highlights the importance of tracking data and ensuring that patients who have abnormal results receive appropriate follow-up care. Additionally, they mention the need for better communication between providers and patients regarding insurance coverage and potential costs. Overall, the panel proposes three interventions: better provider education about managing abnormal results, improved patient education through providers, and navigation support to guide patients through the screening process. The video ends with the group agreeing on these interventions and setting a time to reconvene for further discussion.

Keywords

colorectal cancer screening

provider engagement

patient follow-up

education for providers

navigators

follow-up care