Primary Supervisor: Mr Shayne Chau
Location: All campuses/Online
Keywords: Cultural Psychology, Informed Consent, Medical Imaging, Patient Experience, Health Communication
Type of Project: Mixed-Methods Research (Quantitative and Qualitative)
Study Availability: Available until December 2026
Synopsis:
This mixed-methods project explores how cultural and psychological factors shape patient experiences and decision-making during the informed consent process in medical imaging. It investigates the influence of cultural beliefs, health literacy, trust in healthcare providers, and psychological responses such as anxiety (“scanxiety”) on patient understanding and participation. By identifying barriers and facilitators in the consent process, the study aims to develop recommendations for culturally sensitive and patient-centered consent practices in radiography.
URL link to relevant journal articles or website: 10.1016/j.soncn.2023.151502
Interested? Start the conversation here by contacting Mr Shayne Chau