Description
This survey, one of several physician surveys conducted by the Applied Research Program, is designed to obtain current, nationally representative data on primary care physicians' (PCPs') characteristics, knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to services for diet, physical activity, and weight control. The goal is to develop a national baseline on the use of energy balance risk assessment, counseling and referral services in physician practice and to identify the characteristics of physicians who routinely incorporate these activities in patient care. PCPs surveyed consist of those who treat both adults and children, including internists, family physicians, obstetricians/gynecologists, and pediatricians. The survey will support and further goals to monitor and evaluate providers' cancer control knowledge, attitudes, and practices and their impact on population health.
Supplier(s)
- National Institutes of Health, National Cancer Institute (NIH, NCI)
Data Years Available
2008
Periodicity
Periodic
Mode
Sample survey: Self-administered, mailed questionnaire.