Improving colorectal cancer screening using a digital toolkit
Developing and Testing a Digital Toolkit to Improve Colorectal Cancer Screening Rates in Federally Qualified Health Centers
This study is testing a helpful digital tool called the eNav Toolkit to make it easier for people at community health centers to get screened for colorectal cancer by providing reminders and information right on their phones or computers.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11051184 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing colorectal cancer screening rates among patients at federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) through a digital health solution known as the eNav Toolkit. The toolkit is designed to assist patients with decision-making regarding screenings, provide appointment reminders, and offer educational resources about colorectal cancer. By making the toolkit accessible on smartphones, tablets, and computers, the aim is to reach underserved populations effectively. The study will refine and test the toolkit to ensure it meets the needs of patients and improves screening uptake.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are patients at federally qualified health centers and are due for colorectal cancer screening.
Not a fit: Patients who are not eligible for colorectal cancer screening based on age or medical history may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase the number of patients receiving timely colorectal cancer screenings, potentially reducing cancer mortality rates.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that patient navigation strategies can effectively improve colorectal cancer screening rates, indicating that this digital approach may also be successful.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Miller, Sarah J — Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Study coordinator: Miller, Sarah J
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.