Improving care for older cancer patients with cognitive challenges
Geriatric Oncology: Cognition and Communication
This study is all about helping older adults with cancer who might also have trouble thinking or doing everyday tasks, by training doctors and nurses to better understand their needs and improve communication with patients and their families.
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-10934081 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the care of older adults diagnosed with cancer who may also experience cognitive impairments or functional deficits. It involves training healthcare providers, including oncologists and nurses, to better identify and assess cognitive issues in these patients. The program aims to improve communication between healthcare providers, patients, and caregivers, ensuring that the unique needs of older cancer patients are met effectively. By addressing these complexities, the research seeks to improve the overall quality of care for this vulnerable population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults diagnosed with cancer who may also be experiencing cognitive impairments or functional decline.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 65 or do not have cognitive impairments alongside their cancer diagnosis may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved communication and care strategies for older cancer patients, enhancing their treatment experience and outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in training healthcare providers to better manage geriatric oncology patients, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Parker, Patricia a — Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research
- Study coordinator: Parker, Patricia a
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.