Comparing two supportive care models for adults with cancer

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This trial compares two different supportive cancer care delivery models for adults with cancer: a technology-based approach and a redesigned team-based approach. Participants are randomly assigned to either receive educational materials through technology or engage with a lay health worker for discussions about the same materials. The study aims to assess the impact of these interventions on health-related quality of life, patient activation, satisfaction with care, and documentation of care goals. Participants will complete surveys at multiple time points to evaluate these outcomes.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Newly diagnosed patients with solid tumor cancer diagnosis or recurrence of the disease.
2. Patients must have the ability to understand and willingness to provide verbal consent.
3. Participants must speak English, Spanish, Chinese, or Vietnamese.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Inability to consent to the study
2. Plans to change oncologist within 12 months
3. Employed by the practice site
4. Patients who anticipate moving from the area within 12 months

Where it's running

• University of Alabama at Birmingham
  Birmingham, Alabama, United States Recruiting
• University of South Alabama
  Mobile, Alabama, United States Recruiting
• Beckman Research Institute of City of Hope
  Duarte, California, United States Recruiting
• VA Medical Center, Fresno
  Fresno, California, United States Recruiting
• Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
  Fruitdale, California, United States Recruiting
• St Jude Heritage Medical Group
  Fullerton, California, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Manali I Patel, MD MPH MS
• Email: manalip@stanford.edu
• Phone: 6507234000

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.