Improving telehealth care for older veterans with cancer and cognitive impairment
Official title: Improving the Telehealth Delivery of Care for Older Veterans with Cancer and Cognitive Impairment
Funded at Veterans Affairs Med Ctr San Francisco · NIH-10861674 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to improve online healthcare for older veterans who have cancer and memory issues, like Alzheimer's, by finding better ways to support their specific needs and make their care easier for them and their caregivers.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Veterans Affairs Med Ctr San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| NIH project number | 1IK2HX003672-01A2 |
| Project ID | NIH-10861674 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older veterans aged 65 and above who have been diagnosed with both cancer and cognitive impairment.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have a diagnosis of cancer or cognitive impairment may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing telehealth services for older veterans who are dealing with both cancer and cognitive impairment, such as Alzheimer's disease. It aims to identify and implement tailored interventions that address the unique needs of these patients, ensuring they receive comprehensive and person-centered care. By leveraging telehealth, the project seeks to alleviate the burdens faced by patients and their caregivers, particularly in the context of oncology care. The study will explore how to optimize telehealth delivery to better support this vulnerable population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and quality of life for older veterans with cancer and cognitive impairment.
How similar studies have gone: While telehealth has been increasingly utilized in various healthcare settings, there is limited evidence specifically addressing its effectiveness for patients with complex needs like those with cancer and cognitive impairment, making this research particularly novel.
Where this research is happening
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Veterans Affairs Med Ctr San Francisco
San Francisco, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Huang, Li-Wen — Veterans Affairs Med Ctr San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Huang, Li-Wen
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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.