On the 26th of May, the End-of-Life Care Research Group hosted a captivating public seminar on the topic of digital self-report monitoring in oncology. The seminar aimed to shed light on the potential of electronic and digital tools in enhancing the care and support provided to individuals with cancer. Attendees were treated to insightful presentations by important researchers in the field, including Dr. Annemarie Coolbrandt and Joran Geeraerts. In case you missed this enlightening event, fret not! We have recorded the seminar for you to watch at your convenience. The link to the recordings can be found at the end of this article.
Dr. Coolbrandt, an oncology nurse specialist at the University Hospital of Leuven, kicked off the seminar with a captivating presentation centered around the development of a symptom diary for oncological patients. She provided valuable insights into the journey of creating this tool, highlighting the encountered barriers and discussing how the diary could enhance current patient care. Her presentation, delivered in English, emphasized the importance of capturing and monitoring patient-reported symptoms to improve the quality of care and personalize treatment approaches.
Following Dr. Coolbrandt's engaging talk, Joran Geeraerts, a PhD researcher at the End-of-Life Care Research Group, shared the findings of his scoping review focused on intensive electronic data collection and monitoring of patients with breast or lung cancer. Geeraerts' research contributes to the development of a tool that aims to explore the fluctuations in experiences of cancer patients in their daily lives. The presentation, also delivered in English, delved into the capabilities of utilizing digital monitoring techniques to better understand patients' experiences and tailor interventions accordingly.
The seminar underscored the significant role that digital self-report monitoring can play in the field of oncology. By leveraging electronic tools, healthcare professionals can gain valuable insights into patients' symptoms, treatment responses, and overall well-being. This information enables personalized care, early intervention, and improved communication between patients and their healthcare teams. The presentations provided a glimpse into the future of cancer care, where technology and patient-centered approaches intertwine to offer comprehensive support throughout the treatment journey.
To ensure that knowledge from this enlightening seminar is accessible to all, we have recorded the presentations. To watch the recorded seminar at your convenience, please click here and here for both talks. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to delve into the world of digital self-report monitoring in oncology and discover how it is shaping the future of cancer care.
The public seminar on digital self-report monitoring in oncology organized by the End-of-Life Care Research Group at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel was a resounding success. Attendees gained valuable insights into the development of electronic tools for symptom monitoring and the potential use and benefits of intensive digital data collection for cancer patients. By harnessing the power of technology, healthcare professionals can provide more personalized and timely support, leading to improved patient outcomes. We invite you to watch the recorded seminar and explore the exciting advancements in digital monitoring in oncology.
