NORWALK, Conn., July 31, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- UBM Medica US
announces that Cancer Network, a leading online community
for oncologists, presents exclusive slide shows dealing with
communication in the oncology setting, skills that are essential to
quality cancer care.
Cancer Network, the online home of the journal ONCOLOGY,
offers news, blogs, and podcasts about the latest clinical
findings. Among the special features for
oncologists highlighting quality cancer care:
- End-of-life care is challenging for even the most seasoned
oncologist. Here are five suggestions on starting the end-of-life
conversation from William S.
Breitbart, MD, that can help you better navigate this
difficult but critical part of your work.
- Oncologists are expected to explain complex situations clearly
while balancing the needs and expectations of their patients. We
present seven statements oncologists should never say to their
patients.
- Regardless of where you practice, good communication between
you and your pathologist is the best way to ensure that correct
testing is done. Here are six points of miscommunication between
oncologists and pathologists to watch out for.
About UBM Medica US
Addressing today's healthcare
information needs, UBM Medica US, delivers strategic, integrated
communications solutions and comprehensive reach -- online, in
print, via custom programs and live events. Improving the
effectiveness of healthcare through information and education, UBM
Medica US provides unbiased clinical, practical, and business
information for physicians, providers and payers resulting in
improved quality of care for patients around the world. Through
journals, magazines, online communities, live and digital events,
and other valuable resources, UBM Medica US also delivers
comprehensive communication solutions for the pharmaceutical and
related industries. Online communities include CancerNetwork.com,
ConsultantLive.com, DiagnosticImaging.com, RheumatologyNetwork.com,
OBGYN.net, PhysiciansPractice.com, PsychiatricTimes.com and
SearchMedica.com. UBM Medica US is part of UBM Connect which,
through a range of aligned interactive environments, both physical
and digital – increases business effectiveness for both customers
and audiences through meaningful experiences, knowledge and
connections. Headquartered in New
York, UBM Connect brings together UBM's healthcare business,
UBM Medica US; UBM Canon's advanced design and manufacturing event,
online and print brands; UBM Connect New York's catering, cruise
shipping, customer management, and fine, specialty and custom
chemical communities; and UBM Mexico's concrete show. For more
information, visit www.UBMMedicaUS.com.
About UBM plc
UBM plc is a global events-led marketing
services and communications company. We help businesses do
business, bringing the world's buyers and sellers together at
events and online, as well as producing and distributing news and
specialist content. Our 5,500 staff in more than 30 countries are
organized into expert teams which serve commercial and professional
communities, helping them to do business and their markets to work
effectively and efficiently.
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Media contact:
Jason J.
Golden
Content Marketing Manager
203-523-7040
jason.golden@ubm.com
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