The art of practice in a world of science: The role of medical social workers concerning psychosocial care for gynaecological cancer patients in Dutch University Medical Centers

摘要

Background/Purpose: In a hospital setting, social workers are most often the first professionals to assess the patient's psychosocial needs. This study aimed to provide an overview of the services and responsibilities of social workers working at gynaecologic oncology departments of the Dutch University Medical Centers (UMCs) and to examine if relevant guidelines concerning psychosocial oncological care are being followed.