Our research was published in JAMA Network Open

A new study published in JAMA Network Open and led by Carine Davila, Palliative Care Physician at Massachusetts General Hospital, in partnership with the Coalition highlights critical disparities in the experience of patient-clinician communication among adults with serious illness. Compared to those without serious illness, patients with serious illness were significantly more likely to feel afraid to ask questions, experience unfair treatment, and leave medical visits unsure about next steps- troubling findings with the potential for serious impact on the health and well-being of these individuals. These findings underscore the need for health systems to prioritize strategies that support clear, respectful, and trust-building communication for those facing serious health challenges.