Improving palliative care access for Hispanic/Latino patients with metastatic cancer
Official title: Patient Activation and Palliative Care among Hispanics/Latinos with Metastatic Cancer
Funded at University of Miami School of Medicine · NIH-10912698 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping Hispanic and Latino patients with advanced cancer get better support and care by making it easier for them and their families to talk about their treatment options, so they can enjoy a better quality of life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Miami School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Coral Gables, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2021 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $165,965 |
| NIH project number | 5K01CA258955-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10912698 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Hispanic and Latino patients diagnosed with metastatic cancer who may benefit from early palliative care interventions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not Hispanic or Latino or those who do not have metastatic cancer may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the involvement of Hispanic and Latino patients with metastatic cancer in their palliative care. It aims to address the barriers these patients face, such as low health literacy and language challenges, which often prevent them from receiving timely palliative care. The study will develop and test a patient activation intervention designed to empower these patients and their families to engage in discussions about their care options. By integrating palliative care early in the treatment process, the research seeks to improve quality of life and satisfaction with care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved access to palliative care for Hispanic/Latino patients, enhancing their quality of life and overall satisfaction with their treatment.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that early integration of palliative care significantly improves outcomes for cancer patients, but this specific approach for Hispanic/Latino patients is novel.
Where this research is happening
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University of Miami School of Medicine
Coral Gables, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Moreno, Patricia Ingrid — University of Miami School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Moreno, Patricia Ingrid
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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.