Improving the diagnosis of lung cancer by analyzing patient experiences and healthcare systems.
Official title: Achieving Excellence in Lung Cancer Diagnosis through System-Level Analysis of Diagnostic Performance
Funded at Johns Hopkins University · NIH-10984732 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking into the challenges people face when getting diagnosed with lung cancer, aiming to find ways to speed up the process and improve outcomes for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $154,008 |
| NIH project number | 1K08HS029530-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10984732 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals experiencing symptoms suggestive of lung cancer or those who have recently undergone diagnostic evaluations for lung cancer.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have already been diagnosed with lung cancer and are not seeking further diagnostic evaluation may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the complex journey patients face when being diagnosed with lung cancer, which is often delayed due to various factors across multiple healthcare systems. By employing a mixed-methods approach, the study aims to gather insights from both patients and physicians to understand the diagnostic process better. Key questions will be explored, such as the initiation of the diagnostic process, the duration of diagnosis, and the potential risks associated with delays. The goal is to identify strategies that could lead to earlier diagnosis and improved patient outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to faster and more accurate lung cancer diagnoses, ultimately improving survival rates and patient quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that analyzing patient experiences and healthcare processes can lead to significant improvements in diagnostic timelines and outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hassoon, Ahmed — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Hassoon, Ahmed
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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.