Improving communication in childhood cancer hospitals with limited resources
Strategies to Improve Communication Structure and Quality in Low-resource Childhood Cancer Hospitals
This study is all about helping doctors and nurses in hospitals that treat kids with cancer communicate better, especially when a child's health is getting worse, so they can work together more effectively and provide the best care possible for young patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10981756 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the quality of communication among healthcare teams in low-resource hospitals treating children with cancer. It aims to identify and address specific factors that affect communication during critical moments when a child's condition worsens. By developing and testing a comprehensive intervention, the project seeks to improve how medical teams coordinate care, ultimately leading to better outcomes for young patients. The research will involve collaboration with clinicians in these settings to ensure the interventions are practical and effective.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children diagnosed with cancer who are receiving treatment in low-resource healthcare facilities.
Not a fit: Patients receiving treatment in well-resourced hospitals may not benefit directly from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve survival rates and care quality for children with cancer in low-resource settings.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that improving interdisciplinary communication can enhance patient care, suggesting that this approach has the potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Saint Louis, United States
- Washington University — Saint Louis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Malone, Sara — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Malone, Sara
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.