How changes in health care delivery affect cancer care quality
The Impact of a Changing Health Care Delivery System on the Quality of Oncology Care
['FUNDING_R01'] · HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL · NIH-10978218
This study looks at how changes in health care affect the quality of cancer treatment for people who might need extra support, especially those on Medicare and Medicaid, to see how these changes impact their care and outcomes over time.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BOSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10978218 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how the evolving health care delivery system impacts the quality of oncology care, particularly for vulnerable populations. It utilizes a novel national database that combines various data sources to analyze the integration of cancer care over time. The study focuses on understanding how these changes affect care delivery, including the quality of care, the adoption of new therapies, and patient outcomes. It specifically examines patients enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid to assess the implications of these delivery system changes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include cancer patients, particularly those from rural areas, low-income backgrounds, or racial/ethnic minorities.
Not a fit: Patients who are not receiving cancer treatment or those who are not enrolled in Medicare or Medicaid may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer care quality and accessibility for underserved populations.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown that understanding health care delivery systems can lead to significant improvements in patient outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
BOSTON, UNITED STATES
- HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL — BOSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: KEATING, NANCY L — HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL
- Study coordinator: KEATING, NANCY L
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 below.
Conditions: cancer care, Cancer Hospital, Cancer Patient, Cancers