Improving training and communication for image-guided therapy
Training & Dissemination
This study is all about helping doctors and researchers learn how to use the latest imaging technology better, so they can provide even better care for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brigham and Women's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10992171 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing image-guided therapy (IGT) through comprehensive training and dissemination programs aimed at physicians and researchers. By providing hands-on training, online support, and educational resources, the initiative seeks to equip healthcare professionals with the necessary tools to effectively utilize advanced imaging technologies. The program includes workshops, downloadable software, and scientific publications to ensure that the latest advancements in IGT are accessible and widely adopted. Ultimately, this outreach aims to improve patient care by promoting the use of innovative imaging techniques in clinical settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include patients undergoing image-guided therapies for conditions such as cancer.
Not a fit: Patients who are not receiving image-guided therapies or those with conditions not addressed by this technology may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved patient outcomes through better utilization of advanced imaging technologies in treatment.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in enhancing clinical practices through training and dissemination of advanced medical technologies, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Brigham and Women's Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kapur, Tina — Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Kapur, Tina
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.