Publications by authors named "Philippe Combessie"
Eur J Gen Pract
June 2016
Article Synopsis
- France's healthcare system positions GPs as key players in managing and supporting cancer patients, but the study aimed to assess their effectiveness during the follow-up phase from the patients' viewpoint.
- Through in-depth interviews with 50 cancer patients, the research revealed that while patients consulted their GPs for various supportive reasons, they perceived GPs as less effective in managing cancer-specific medical issues compared to oncologists.
- Overall, the findings emphasize the GPs' essential role in the healthcare system while also highlighting concerns about their medical expertise in cancer management relative to specialists.
