Improving cancer care through effective telehealth at home
MATCHES: Making Telehealth Delivery of Cancer Care at Home Effective and Safe
This study is exploring how telehealth can improve cancer care by finding the best ways to provide personalized treatment at home, using tools like patient portals and mobile apps to help match you with the right care for your needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10907476 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The MATCHES Telehealth Research Center focuses on enhancing cancer care delivery through telehealth by establishing best practices and generating evidence for effective home-based treatment. This research involves conducting trials and observational studies to understand how telehealth can be integrated with various data sources, such as patient portals and mobile tracking devices, to personalize care for cancer patients. By leveraging advanced data science methods, the project aims to match patients with the most suitable care options, whether in-clinic or at home, based on their unique needs and circumstances.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include cancer patients who are seeking innovative treatment options and may benefit from telehealth services.
Not a fit: Patients who are not diagnosed with cancer or those who prefer traditional in-person care may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and personalized cancer treatment options for patients, improving their overall care experience.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown favorable outcomes with oncology-focused telehealth, indicating potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Panageas, Katherine S — Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research
- Study coordinator: Panageas, Katherine S
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.