Using behavioral economics to improve cancer care delivery
Research Program
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA · NIH-10903981
This study is all about finding friendly ways to help cancer patients and their doctors make better treatment choices by using smart strategies that encourage them to follow the best practices for care.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (PHILADELPHIA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10903981 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research program focuses on enhancing cancer care by applying behavioral economics principles to encourage patients and clinicians to adopt evidence-based practices more effectively. Led by experts in implementation science and behavioral economics, the program aims to develop and test strategies that 'nudge' individuals toward better decision-making in cancer treatment. By leveraging insights from behavioral economics, the research seeks to identify and implement effective methods that can accelerate the adoption of proven cancer care practices, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients diagnosed with advanced cancer who are seeking evidence-based treatment options.
Not a fit: Patients with early-stage cancer or those not seeking treatment may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in the quality of cancer care and patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that applying behavioral economics in healthcare can lead to improved patient engagement and outcomes, suggesting a promising avenue for this approach.
Where this research is happening
PHILADELPHIA, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA — PHILADELPHIA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: BUTTENHEIM, ALISON MEREDITH — UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
- Study coordinator: BUTTENHEIM, ALISON MEREDITH
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.
Conditions: Advanced Cancer, Breast Cancer, Cancer Center, Cancer Control, Cancer Control Science