Publications by authors named "Shiva Modaressi"
JCO Oncol Pract
November 2021
Article Synopsis
- Cancer care guidelines emphasize the need for regular distress screening, as about one in three cancer patients experience significant distress, but implementation varies widely.
- A study at Stanford Cancer Center tested a hybrid screening method (electronic and paper) using a modified questionnaire to evaluate health and distress, incorporating workflow changes to integrate with electronic health records.
- Over 53,000 questionnaires were collected, revealing that about 40% of patients screened positively for distress, leading to significant referrals for supportive care, highlighting the method's feasibility for large-scale use.
