Improving cancer care for survivors in community health clinics
Official title: Enhancing Primary Care Capacity for Cancer Survivorship Care Delivery in Community Health Clinics
Funded at University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston · NIH-11122194 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping primary care clinics better support cancer survivors by making sure they get the complete care they need for both their cancer and any other health issues, so they can enjoy a healthier, more personalized experience.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project start | June 20, 2024 |
| Project end | May 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $954,481 |
| NIH project number | 5U01CA290663-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11122194 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are cancer survivors who are receiving care in community health clinics and may also have other chronic health conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are currently receiving specialized oncology care exclusively and do not utilize primary care services may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the capacity of primary care clinics to provide effective care for cancer survivors. It aims to improve coordination between various healthcare providers, ensuring that cancer survivors receive comprehensive care that addresses both their cancer-related needs and any other chronic conditions they may have. By integrating cancer survivorship care into primary care settings, the project seeks to create a more personalized and holistic approach to health management for these patients. The research will involve collaboration with community health clinics to implement and assess new care delivery models.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and quality of life for cancer survivors by ensuring they receive coordinated and comprehensive care.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that integrating survivorship care into primary care settings can lead to better health outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
Houston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Balasubramanian, Bijal a. — University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
- Study coordinator: Balasubramanian, Bijal a.
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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.