Improving care for lung and colorectal cancer survivors through telehealth support
Official title: Self-Management to Optimize Survivorship Care and Outcomes in Lung and Colorectal Cancer
Funded at Beckman Research Institute/city of Hope · NIH-10836462 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to help people who have survived lung or colorectal cancer by offering them friendly support through online sessions with experienced nurses, so they can better manage their health and improve their quality of life after treatment.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Beckman Research Institute/city of Hope NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Duarte, United States) |
| Project start | April 2, 2020 |
| Project end | March 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $746,773 |
| NIH project number | 5R01CA249501-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10836462 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who have completed treatment for lung or colorectal cancer.
✕Less likely to help
Patients currently undergoing treatment for lung or colorectal cancer may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the care and quality of life for lung and colorectal cancer survivors by implementing a telehealth Survivor Self-Management (SSM) Intervention led by advanced-practice nurses. The program includes care coordination between oncology and primary care, personalized care plans, and skills training for managing health post-treatment. Participants will engage in five telehealth sessions and additional follow-up sessions to address their unique needs and improve their overall health outcomes. The study aims to address the significant disparities faced by these survivors in post-treatment care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the quality of life and health outcomes for lung and colorectal cancer survivors.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that telehealth interventions can effectively improve self-management and health outcomes in cancer survivors, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Beckman Research Institute/city of Hope
Duarte, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sun, Virginia Chih-Yi — Beckman Research Institute/city of Hope
- Study coordinator: Sun, Virginia Chih-Yi
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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.