Using navigators to help cancer patients monitor their symptoms at home
Evaluating the implementation and impact of navigator-delivered ePRO home symptom monitoring and management
This study is looking at how helpful navigators can be for adult cancer patients by using online tools to track their symptoms from home, so they can get the right support when they need it and improve their overall well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama at Birmingham NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11042867 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how navigators can assist adult cancer patients in monitoring their symptoms from home using electronic tools. The approach involves implementing a system where patients report their symptoms weekly, and clinicians receive automated alerts based on these reports. The goal is to improve patient outcomes, such as quality of life and survival rates, by ensuring timely interventions. The study focuses on real-world applications, particularly for vulnerable populations, to understand the best strategies for implementing this system effectively.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adult cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, especially those from vulnerable populations such as African Americans and socioeconomically disadvantaged individuals.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently receiving chemotherapy or those who do not have access to the necessary technology for home monitoring may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved symptom management and better overall health outcomes for cancer patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown success with similar electronic symptom monitoring approaches in cancer care, indicating a promising avenue for improving patient outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Birmingham, United States
- University of Alabama at Birmingham — Birmingham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rocque, Gabrielle — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Rocque, Gabrielle
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.