A comparison of provider perspectives on cultural competency training: A mixed methods study

BackgroundWe aimed to identify differences in training among colorectal cancer physicians and advanced practice providers with high low cultural competencyMethodsUsing explanatory sequential mixed methods, we surveyed dichotomized into competency (CC) groups, conducted qualitative interviews, analyzed verbatim transcripts using deductive inductive codes compared findings across groups a joint display.ResultsFifty-four of 92 (59%) responded; 10 respondents from each group (20/36 invited) completed semi-structured interviews about previous CC trainings. Low providers’ included explanations that, practice, improved awareness utilization communication tools, but they also desired decision-making tools exposure. High action-oriented toolkits. In admitted failures, communication, attributed patient behaviors external factors. performance evaluations.ConclusionsBehaviorally-oriented offered robust foundation for culturally competent care.