IMPROVING BREAST CANCER MANAGEMENT: A QUESTIONNAIRE-BASED STUDY ON PREVENTION AND DIAGNOSIS AMONG FAMILY DOCTORS AND SPECIALISTS IN NORTH-EASTERN ROMANIA

Authors

  • Alexandra VORNICU ‟Grigore Popa” University of Medicine and Pharmacy Iași
  • Miruna Elena CATEA ‟Grigore Popa” University of Medicine and Pharmacy Iași
  • I. PRUTIANU ‟Grigore Popa” University of Medicine and Pharmacy Iași
  • M. B. CHIFU ‟Grigore Popa” University of Medicine and Pharmacy Iași
  • B. GAFTON ‟Grigore Popa” University of Medicine and Pharmacy Iași
  • D. V. SCRIPCARIU
  • V. SCRIPCARIU ‟Grigore Popa” University of Medicine and Pharmacy Iași
  • Danisia HABA ‟Grigore Popa” University of Medicine and Pharmacy Iași

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.22551/n25qt444

Abstract

This study aimed to analyze the knowledge, clinical practices, and administrative aspects related to breast cancer care among family physicians and specialists in North-Eastern Romania. Materials and methods: A structured questionnaire was applied to a total of 200 healthcare professionals, including surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, gynecologists, and general practitioners. Key findings revealed significant deficiencies in screening awareness, interdisciplinary collaboration challenges, and limitations in patient education and reimbursement processes. Results: The study suggests the urgent need for a better integration between specialists and primary care providers, the development of enhanced educational programs, and improved access to screening and diagnostic services. Conclusions: Addressing these barriers may contribute to more effective breast cancer prevention, early detection, and management in Romania. 

Author Biographies

  • Alexandra VORNICU, ‟Grigore Popa” University of Medicine and Pharmacy Iași

    Faculty of Medicine
    Department of Surgery (I)
    Regional Institute of Oncology, Iasi, Romania
    Department of Surgical Oncology

  • Miruna Elena CATEA, ‟Grigore Popa” University of Medicine and Pharmacy Iași

    Faculty of Medicine
    Department of Medical Specialties (III)

  • I. PRUTIANU, ‟Grigore Popa” University of Medicine and Pharmacy Iași

    Department of Morpho-functional Sciences (I)
    “Neolife” Medical Center, Iasi, Romania
    Department of Oncology

  • M. B. CHIFU, ‟Grigore Popa” University of Medicine and Pharmacy Iași

    Faculty of Medicine
    Department of Morpho-functional Sciences (I)

  • B. GAFTON, ‟Grigore Popa” University of Medicine and Pharmacy Iași

    Faculty of Medicine
    Department of Medical Specialties (III)
    Regional Institute of Oncology, Iasi, Romania
    Department of Oncology

  • D. V. SCRIPCARIU

    Faculty of Medicine
    Department of Surgery (I)
    Regional Institute of Oncology, Iasi, Romania
    Department of Surgical Oncology

  • V. SCRIPCARIU, ‟Grigore Popa” University of Medicine and Pharmacy Iași

    Faculty of Medicine
    Department of Surgery (I)
    Regional Institute of Oncology, Iasi, Romania
    Department of Surgical Oncology

  • Danisia HABA, ‟Grigore Popa” University of Medicine and Pharmacy Iași

    Faculty of Medicine
    Department of Surgery (II)
    “Prof. Dr. N. Oblu” Emergency Hospital, Iasi, Romania
    Department of Radiology

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2025-04-07

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