Timothy Gilligan
Oncologist and communication expert affiliated with the Taussig Cancer Institute and the Center for Excellence in Healthcare Communication at Cleveland Clinic, co-chair of the ASCO Patient-Clinician Communication guideline update.
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Mar 10, 2026 • 31min
Patient-Clinician Communication Guideline Update
Dr. Calvin Chou, physician and communication scholar in San Francisco, and Dr. Timothy Gilligan, oncologist and communication expert at Cleveland Clinic, discuss updated guidance on clinician-patient communication. They cover core skills for every visit, telehealth practices, cross-disciplinary teamwork, discussing prognosis and goals, addressing stigma and costs, training clinicians, and the potential impact of generative AI on communication.
Mar 26, 2024 • 27min
Knuckleheads: Understanding Patients Who Reject Treatment
Dr. Timothy Gilligan, Vice Chair for Education at the Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Institute, discusses the importance of understanding patients who reject treatment in oncology. He emphasizes the significance of building effective relationships with patients, listening to their stories, and approaching healthcare with empathy and humility. The podcast explores the complexities of patient reluctance towards chemotherapy, the impact of storytelling in oncology, and the importance of effective communication and empathy in patient care.
