Improving how we measure palliative care for advanced cancer patients
Official title: Improving Palliative Measurement Application with Computer-Assisted-Abstraction Study
Funded at Veterans Admin Palo Alto Health Care Sys · NIH-11216500 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making palliative care better for Veterans with advanced cancer by listening to their experiences and those of their families, so we can find out what really matters to them at the end of life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Veterans Admin Palo Alto Health Care Sys NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Palo Alto, United States) |
| Project start | October 1, 2018 |
| Project end | March 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5I01HX002513-06 |
| Project ID | NIH-11216500 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Veterans diagnosed with advanced cancer who are receiving or considering palliative care.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not Veterans or those with early-stage cancer may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the measurement of palliative care by incorporating the voices of Veterans and their families. It aims to identify and prioritize key indicators that reflect the quality of care for advanced cancer patients, particularly at the end of life. Through a structured approach, including Delphi panels and interviews, the study will gather insights from both patients and experts to improve the feasibility and effectiveness of care measures. The ultimate goal is to enhance the quality of care and patient experience for Veterans receiving palliative and end-of-life cancer care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved quality of palliative care for advanced cancer patients, ensuring their needs and preferences are better met.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that incorporating patient and family perspectives can significantly enhance the quality of care in palliative settings, suggesting this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Veterans Admin Palo Alto Health Care Sys
Palo Alto, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lorenz, Karl — Veterans Admin Palo Alto Health Care Sys
- Study coordinator: Lorenz, Karl
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.