Improving care models for cancer survivors
Official title: The EPICS (Engaging Primary care in Cancer Survivorship) study: A trial of novel models of care for cancer survivors
Funded at Kaiser Foundation Research Institute · NIH-10848217 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at better ways to help cancer survivors over 65 by finding out how primary care doctors can best support them after treatment, making sure they get the right check-ups and preventive care to improve their quality of life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Kaiser Foundation Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | June 1, 2020 |
| Project end | September 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $716,227 |
| NIH project number | 5R01CA249419-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10848217 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are cancer survivors, particularly those aged 65 and older, who are navigating the post-treatment phase of their care.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are currently undergoing active cancer treatment or those with advanced-stage cancer may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates new ways to provide care for cancer survivors, particularly those over 65 years old. It focuses on enhancing the role of primary care providers in managing survivorship care, which includes monitoring for cancer recurrence and ensuring access to preventive health services. The study aims to address gaps in care delivery and improve the quality of life for survivors by implementing effective care models in community settings. By comparing different approaches, the research seeks to identify the best practices for supporting cancer survivors during their post-treatment phase.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and quality of life for cancer survivors.
How similar studies have gone: Previous international trials have shown that primary care-led survivorship care can be as effective as oncology-led care, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
Oakland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hahn, Erin Elizabeth — Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Hahn, Erin Elizabeth
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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.