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ArticleSupportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer2026

Coordination of care in the context of primary brain tumors: Australian healthcare professionals' exploration of the unspoken impact and clinical implications.

Megan S Jeon, Hannah Isaac, Joanne Shaw, Dianne M Legge, Sharon He, Thomas Carlick, Eng-Siew Koh, Georgia K B Halkett, Brian Kelly, Mark B Pinkham and 4 more

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Article in Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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5 · Who and what money

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14 authors.

Megan S JeonPsycho-Oncology Co-Operative Research Group (PoCoG), School of Psychology, Faculty of Science, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-9373-9087
Hannah IsaacPsycho-Oncology Co-Operative Research Group (PoCoG), School of Psychology, Faculty of Science, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0009-8786-6360
Joanne ShawPsycho-Oncology Co-Operative Research Group (PoCoG), School of Psychology, Faculty of Science, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-9543-7066
Dianne M LeggeOliva Newton-John Cancer and Wellness Centre, Austin Hospital, Heidelberg, VIC, Australia.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4492-4112
Sharon HePsycho-Oncology Co-Operative Research Group (PoCoG), School of Psychology, Faculty of Science, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0001-9512-9621
Thomas CarlickPsycho-Oncology Co-Operative Research Group (PoCoG), School of Psychology, Faculty of Science, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0003-0795-3971
Eng-Siew KohLiverpool Cancer Centre, Liverpool Hospital, South Western Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, Australia.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-1664-2513
Georgia K B HalkettFaculty of Health Sciences, Curtin School of Nursing, Curtin University, Perth, Australia.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-4065-4044
Brian KellySchool of Medicine and Public Health, University of Newcastle (UON), Callaghan, NSW, Australia.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-4460-1134
Mark B PinkhamDepartment of Radiation Oncology, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Woolloongabba, QLD, Australia.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0001-8886-728X
Raymond J ChanCaring Futures Institute, College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Flinders University, Bedford, Australia.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-0248-7046
Tamara OwnsworthThe Hopkins Centre, School of Applied Psychology, Griffith University, Nathan, QLD, Australia.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-1835-7094
Haryana M DhillonPsycho-Oncology Co-Operative Research Group (PoCoG), School of Psychology, Faculty of Science, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia. haryana.dhillon@sydney.edu.au.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-4039-5169
BRAINS Investigator Group

Funding

MRFF Brain Cancer Mission MRFBC000016
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

aimPeople with primary brain tumor (PBT) and their families experience high distress and face challenges navigating their disease and treatment, healthcare systems, and/or survivorship. Quality brain tumor care coordination (BTCC) enables continuous, timely care according to the individual care needs of patients. We aimed to explore healthcare professionals' (HCPs) practices and perceptions of BTCC.

methodsWe conducted semi-structured interviews with 12 HCPs (92% female) working with people with PBT from Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand between June and November 2023. The median interview duration was 58 min. Qualitative data were analyzed thematically, with a framework matrix for data organization and systematic coding.

resultsParticipants had a median of 13 years of experience in neuro-oncology across medical, nursing, and allied health disciplines, and reported experience in BTCC. We identified four themes related to BTCC: (1) Vulnerable and complex: Pervasive, multifaceted disabilities of PBT require specialist care; (2) Tailored coordination: Shaping and tailoring BTCC is in the best interests of patients and families; (3) Going the extra mile: Care needs warrant proactive support to mitigate crises; and, (4) Emotionally demanding: HCPs manage emotional load with limited support.

conclusionPeople with PBT experience a unique and complex set of care needs requiring specialist skills and knowledge beyond general oncology care coordination. BTCC encompasses continuous coordination of multidisciplinary care to optimize functioning for these individuals. Given the complexity of the BTCC role, better support infrastructure with training and resources, and appropriate interventions for HCPs are needed to retain HCPs and prevent burnout.

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Brain NeoplasmsContinuity of Patient CareHealth PersonnelAdultAttitude of Health PersonnelAustraliaFemaleHumansInterviews as TopicMaleMiddle AgedNew ZealandQualitative ResearchBrain cancerCare coordinationHealthcare professionalsModel of careSurvivorship

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PMCPMC13521993

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