Learning Outcomes of "GetSMART," Education for Diagnostics and Targeted Treatment for HER2+ Metastatic Gastric and Colorectal Cancers

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The treatment landscape for patients affected by gastric and colorectal cancer (G&CRC) has significantly broadened over the past decade. Molecular diagnostic methods have improved with a precision oncology-driven approach to the development of treatment options tailored to specific molecular targets, including the human epidermal growth factor 2 (HER2). While scientific evidence on the role of HER2 in G&CRC has improved, there has been a lag in general understanding and applications of testing for HER2+ G&CRC and resulting targeting treatment in the wider oncology community. To better understand and address the root causes of this gap, a needs assessment deployed among 85 oncology care providers was conducted and informed the development of an accredited online educational program entitled "GetSMART." The program consisted of four modules developed and narrated by experts in gastrointestinal oncology. The educational content and assessment metrics were guided by a confidence-based assessment (CBA) model and the Moore, Green, and Gallis outcomes framework. Assessment methods consisted of quantitative pre- and post-activity tests, an evaluation embedded within the education (n = 163), and semi-structured interviews (n = 5) post-activity completion. Findings indicated that "GetSMART" enhanced participants' knowledge, confidence, and intent to change practice in relation to their (1) identification of HER2 aberrations, (2) selection of appropriate treatments for HER2+ G&CRC, and (3) ability to engage patients in shared decision-making and management of adverse events. "GetSMART" can therefore be a valuable educational resource for oncology HCPs caring for patients affected by HER2+ metastatic G&CRC, offering strategies to ensure an optimal team and patient-centered approach to the care being delivered.

Medienart:

E-Artikel

Erscheinungsjahr:

2024

Erschienen:

2024

Enthalten in:

Zur Gesamtaufnahme - volume:39

Enthalten in:

Journal of cancer education : the official journal of the American Association for Cancer Education - 39(2024), 2 vom: 17. Apr., Seite 118-125

Sprache:

Englisch

Beteiligte Personen:

Augustyniak, Monica [VerfasserIn]
Lou, Emil [VerfasserIn]
Jacobs, Ginny [VerfasserIn]
Fleming, Matthew [VerfasserIn]
Marshall, John [VerfasserIn]
Coutinho, Anelisa [VerfasserIn]
Yoshino, Takayuki [VerfasserIn]

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Themen:

Colorectal cancer
Continuing health education
Continuing medical education
EC 2.7.10.1
Gastric cancer
Human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2)
Journal Article
Program evaluation
Receptor, ErbB-2

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Date Completed 05.04.2024

Date Revised 07.04.2024

published: Print-Electronic

Citation Status MEDLINE

doi:

10.1007/s13187-023-02384-8

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PPN (Katalog-ID):

NLM366265016