Training cancer care providers to support survivors of sexual violence
Training Cancer Care Providers to Implement Sensitive Practice Guidelines When Treating Adult Survivors of Sexual Violence: A Blended Learning Approach
This study is all about helping doctors and nurses better support adult cancer survivors who have experienced sexual violence, by teaching them how to create a safe and understanding environment during treatment and screenings.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10796868 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to equip cancer care providers with the skills necessary to sensitively treat adult survivors of sexual violence. By implementing a blended learning approach that combines online education with in-person workshops, the program focuses on creating a safe and empowering environment for patients during cancer screenings and treatments. The training will address the unique challenges faced by survivors, helping providers understand and mitigate triggers that may arise during care. This initiative seeks to improve adherence to cancer treatment among this vulnerable population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adult survivors of sexual violence who are undergoing cancer treatment or screening.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced sexual violence may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer care experiences and outcomes for survivors of sexual violence.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited research specifically on training cancer care providers for this purpose, similar educational interventions in healthcare have shown promise in improving patient-provider interactions.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Schnur, Julie B. — Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Study coordinator: Schnur, Julie B.
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.