The purpose of this study is to better understand communication between patients with lung cancer and their clinicians. The investigators are also interested in patient's perceptions of the quality of communication with his/her clinician and how these perceptions may impact patient outcomes. The clinician participating in this study and has given us permission to approach his/her eligible patients for study participation.
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Part 1: Systematic coding of clinical encounters and the perceived stigma within the clinical consultation
Timeframe: 1 year
Part 1: All variables (stigma, satisfaction with communication, psychological distress)
Timeframe: 1 year
Part 2: We will pilot test the effectiveness of the empathic communication skills training module
Timeframe: 1 year