Culturally Competent Care in Oncology
Last Updated: March 27, 2025
How can we truly deliver patient-centered care without understanding our patients’ cultural backgrounds?
In this episode of The PQI Podcast, Kafilat Salawu, DNP, FNP-C, AOCNP, BCPA, nurse practitioner, and Founder of FIDES Health Advocates, shares powerful insights on culturally competent care in oncology. Drawing from her personal journey and over 15 years of experience, she provides valuable insights on how healthcare professionals can bridge communication gaps and enhance care coordination, ultimately making a meaningful impact on the lives of patients from diverse backgrounds.
Kafilat highlights the role of multidisciplinary teams, health literacy, and patient advocacy in delivering more inclusive care. She also discusses how addressing implicit bias and strengthening communication can lead to better treatment experiences and outcomes for diverse patient populations.
Continuing Education (CE) Information
This episode is accredited for 0.5 CE credit for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.
Learning Objectives:
- Define culturally competent care and its impact on oncology
- Recognize barriers to equitable care and strategies to overcome them
- Discuss the role of implicit bias in healthcare and approaches to mitigate its effects
- Explore how multidisciplinary teams and patient advocacy improve treatment outcomes
To claim CE credit, use the access code: 3S D2H H and submit here.
ABOUT OUR GUEST
Kafilat Salawu, DNP, FNP-BC, is a board-certified family nurse practitioner and founder of FIDES Health Advocates, dedicated to improving health equity through patient advocacy and education. With over 15 years in hematology and oncology, she is a leading voice in culturally competent care, empowering patients and providers to create more inclusive treatment experiences.