Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Afaf Girgis"
- Afaf Girgis' recent research centers on improving psychosocial support and clinical pathways for cancer patients, focusing particularly on interventions for women with metastatic breast cancer and those experiencing fear of cancer recurrence.
- Key findings highlight the feasibility and acceptability of various digital and self-directed interventions, including a decision aid for breast reconstruction tailored for Vietnamese and Arabic-speaking women, and the effectiveness of electronic patient-reported outcomes for managing treatment-related side effects.
- Additionally, her work addresses the implementation of clinical pathways to enhance adherence to guidelines for managing anxiety and depression in cancer care, underscoring the importance of tailored strategies and clinician engagement in practice.
