Improving surgical care for colorectal cancer patients by matching them with better hospitals
Personalized Provider Selection to Reduce Surgical Disparities
This study is looking to help people with colorectal cancer, especially Black patients, by finding hospitals that offer the best surgical care so they can make better choices for their treatment and improve their chances of survival.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11046638 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing disparities in surgical care for colorectal cancer (CRC) patients, particularly among Black individuals who often face worse outcomes. The project aims to identify high-quality hospitals that can provide better surgical care and improve survival rates. By analyzing existing data and conducting preliminary studies, the research seeks to create a system that helps patients select hospitals based on quality metrics, ultimately aiming to reduce disparities in surgical outcomes. The approach involves understanding the barriers that prevent patients from accessing better care and providing them with the necessary information to make informed decisions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include Black patients diagnosed with colorectal cancer who are facing surgical treatment.
Not a fit: Patients who are not diagnosed with colorectal cancer or those who are not seeking surgical intervention may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve surgical outcomes and survival rates for colorectal cancer patients, particularly among Black populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that data-driven approaches to hospital selection can lead to improved patient outcomes, indicating potential success for this research.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- University of Pennsylvania — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kelz, Rachel — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Kelz, Rachel
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.