Date
2017
Abstract
Depression is more prevalent and less often treated in cancer patients compared to the general population. Cancer can increase the risk of depression in multiple different ways, but depression can also increase the risk of cancer. Untreated depression in cancer patients can increase the risk of metastasis and worsen prognosis. The purpose of this project is to educate providers on the connection between mental health and cancer as well as provide them resources on how to approach and manage patients with cancer and depression.
Clinical Site
Milton Family Practice, VT
Keywords
cancer, depression
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Disciplines
Interprofessional Education | Medical Education | Oncology | Primary Care | Psychiatric and Mental Health | Psychiatry
Recommended Citation
Leonard, Nicole, "Provider Education: Managing Depression in Cancer Patients" (2017). Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects. 303.
https://scholarworks.uvm.edu/fmclerk/303
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Interprofessional Education Commons, Oncology Commons, Primary Care Commons, Psychiatric and Mental Health Commons, Psychiatry Commons