Is breast organ specific practice the way forward? Surgeons’ perspective

monitored monthly by sending evaluation forms to the patient and peer supporter.Results: In the six-month pilot, 105 peer supporters and 58 patients joined the program.100% of patients rated the conversation as useful with a score between 7 and 10. 91.6% of patients would recommend contact with a peer supporter.87.5% are considering becoming a peer supporter themselves in the future.87.5% of peer supporters felt sufficiently supported by the organization in their role as peer supporter.More than 50% of patients and peer supporters found it important to communicate in an app environment where personal information is not visible.Soon, a major health insurer will collaborate, making the program free for patients and hospitals.Conclusions: Peer support is an important addition to the medical and care offered in hospitals and should therefore be offered to patients as standard.No conflict of interest.