Improving cancer care for rural patients using technology
Nurse AMIE: Addressing Metastatic Individuals Everyday in Rural PA and WV
This study is testing a new tablet system called Nurse AMIE to help people with advanced cancer living in rural areas manage their symptoms better by reporting them daily, so they can get personalized support without having to travel far.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11078804 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the care of individuals with advanced cancer living in rural areas by utilizing a tablet-based system called Nurse AMIE. Patients will receive a tablet and cellular data plan to report their symptoms daily, which will then trigger personalized self-care interventions based on their responses. The goal is to improve access to supportive care services and address the unique challenges faced by rural patients, such as travel difficulties and limited resources. By leveraging technology, the project aims to provide effective symptom management and improve overall health outcomes for these patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are living with advanced cancer in rural areas.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in rural areas or those who are not diagnosed with advanced cancer may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the quality of life and health outcomes for rural cancer patients by providing timely and personalized supportive care.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that technology-based interventions can effectively improve symptom management and patient outcomes in similar populations, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, United States
- University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Schmitz, Kathryn H. — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Schmitz, Kathryn H.
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.