Addressing diversity and multicultural competence in integrative counseling for oncology patients: A commentary on Klafke et al.

Haryadi, Rudi; Heriansyah, Masnurrima; Apriatama, Dony; Mufaridah, Hanik; Adiningtiyas, Sri Wahyuni; Karamoy, Yurike Kinanthy · Patient Educ Couns · 2025

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Abstract

This correspondence builds upon the significant findings presented by Klafke et al. regarding the qualitative analysis of interprofessional patient-nurse-physician. interactions in counseling lifestyle medicine in oncology. We discuss the critical need to. address diverse patient characteristics, acknowledge dynamics of oppression, and. integrate multicultural competence into CIH practices. Additionally, we propose. strategies to enhance support and resources for diverse patient populations, particularly through the training of healthcare practitioners.

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