Improving cancer care in community settings
Official title: Upstate Carolina Consortium - Community Oncology Research Program
Funded at Spartanburg Regional Medical Center · NIH-10893023 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making cancer care better for people in local hospitals by bringing in new treatments from clinical trials, especially for those in rural and minority communities who might not have the same access to care, so that everyone can have a better chance at fighting cancer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Spartanburg Regional Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Spartanburg, United States) |
| Project start | September 10, 2019 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $3,327,517 |
| NIH project number | 5UG1CA239762-06 |
| Project ID | NIH-10893023 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are individuals diagnosed with cancer, particularly those from rural or minority backgrounds who may have limited access to advanced treatment options.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not diagnosed with cancer or those who do not reside in the targeted geographic areas may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research program focuses on enhancing cancer care delivery in community hospitals by integrating clinical trials into everyday practice. It aims to involve local oncologists and primary care physicians in ongoing National Cancer Institute (NCI) clinical trials to improve cancer outcomes for patients in underserved areas. The program specifically targets populations with significant disparities in cancer incidence and outcomes, including rural and minority communities. By facilitating access to cutting-edge cancer treatments and preventive measures, the program seeks to reduce cancer-related morbidity and mortality.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer treatment options and outcomes for patients in underserved communities.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in integrating clinical trials into community oncology practices, indicating that this approach can effectively improve patient outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
Spartanburg, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Curtis, Amarinthia E — Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Curtis, Amarinthia E
Related research
Other NIH-funded projects on the same topics.
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Upstate Carolina Community Oncology Network to Bring Cancer Trials to Local Patients
A nationwide cancer trials program is partnering with local community hospitals to bring cutting-edge treatments to patients in Upstate Carolina.
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Upstate Carolina Community Cancer Research Network
This program helps people in upstate South Carolina and nearby areas access cancer treatment, prevention, and quality-of-life clinical trials through local hospitals.
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.