Date
2017
Abstract
Prostate cancer screening is an ever-changing field because the benefits of using PSA as a screening tool is not clear-cut, subsequently causing a lack of standardization of screening protocols among various providers. In 2012, the USPSTF published their recommendation of grade D to prostate cancer screening, which caused a decrease in its use. However, the USPSTF recently changed their recommendation from grade D to C, conceding that screening can be beneficial to a certain group of people. Patients are understandably confused about what is appropriate for them; now is the perfect time to raise awareness about the importance of prostate cancer screening and to motivate patients to start a shared-decision making conversation with their provider.
Clinical Site
UVMMC Hinesburg Family Practice
Keywords
Prostate cancer screenings, Vermont, PSA, USPSTF
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Disciplines
Medical Education | Primary Care
Recommended Citation
Leu, Rose Kristine, "Community Awareness of Burgeoning Prostate Cancer Screenings" (2017). Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects. 267.
https://scholarworks.uvm.edu/fmclerk/267