Improving communication between radiation oncologists and radiologists in cancer treatment planning
Official title: Collaborative Oncology: Preparing for a Multisite Trial to Facilitate Communication between Radiation Oncologists and Radiologists in Cancer Treatment Planning and Surveillance
Funded at Wake Forest University Health Sciences · NIH-11044348 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at a new way for doctors who treat cancer with radiation and those who take images of the body to work together better, so they can create more accurate treatment plans and help patients feel less anxious during their care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wake Forest University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Winston-Salem, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2025 |
| Project end | April 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $248,194 |
| NIH project number | 1U34CA297499-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11044348 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are patients receiving radiotherapy for cancer who may benefit from enhanced communication between their healthcare providers.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not undergoing radiotherapy or those receiving treatment outside the scope of this collaborative approach may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance collaboration between radiation oncologists and radiologists to improve cancer treatment planning and follow-up care. By developing a new workflow called CORRECT, the project seeks to facilitate the sharing of radiotherapy plans, allowing for better accuracy in treatment targets and reducing potential treatment-related side effects. The study will evaluate the effectiveness of this approach in a multisite trial, focusing on how improved communication can lead to better patient outcomes and reduced anxiety for those undergoing cancer treatment.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate cancer treatments and improved patient experiences during and after therapy.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that improved communication between healthcare providers can lead to better treatment outcomes, suggesting that this approach has the potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Wake Forest University Health Sciences
Winston-Salem, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Farris, Michael Keith — Wake Forest University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Farris, Michael Keith
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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.