Examining cancer disparities in Chinese patients with thyroid nodules
Official title: A Paradigm to Examine Cancer Disparities: Limited English Proficient Chinese Patients with Thyroid Nodules
Funded at University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-10904017 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how language barriers affect Chinese patients with thyroid nodules and their cancer care, aiming to find ways to improve their treatment and ensure they get the help they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project start | August 9, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $182,456 |
| NIH project number | 5K08CA273047-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10904017 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Chinese patients with thyroid nodules who have limited proficiency in English.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are proficient in English or do not have thyroid nodules may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the challenges faced by limited English proficient Chinese patients who have thyroid nodules, focusing on how language barriers affect their cancer care. By surveying physicians and analyzing the quality of medical care received by these patients, the study aims to uncover disparities in diagnosis and treatment. The goal is to develop targeted interventions that ensure equitable healthcare access and improve outcomes for this vulnerable population. The research emphasizes the importance of understanding cultural and linguistic factors in cancer care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer care and outcomes for limited English proficient Chinese patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has highlighted disparities in cancer care among various ethnic groups, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chen, Debbie Wan Hua — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Chen, Debbie Wan Hua
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.