Connecting underrepresented populations to clinical trials at Ohio State University

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 project aims to improve the referral and enrollment of racial and ethnic minorities in clinical trials for cancer treatment and prevention. It involves a multi-phase approach, starting with a baseline assessment of current referral patterns and barriers to participation. Following this, a multi-level intervention will be implemented across ten counties to enhance accrual to clinical trials. The effectiveness of these interventions will be evaluated to determine their impact on increasing minority participation in clinical trials.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Phase I: 9 counties in the OSUCCC catchment area
* Phase II: Patients, providers, and hospital systems/referral centers that directly addresses challenges identified in Phase I
* Phase II: The project will involve the OSUCCC, the OSU James Cancer Network sites and the Columbus and Dayton NCORP sites

Where it's running

• Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center
  Columbus, Ohio, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Electra D Paskett, PhD — Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center
• Study coordinator: The Ohio State Comprehensive Cancer Center
• Email: OSUCCCClinicaltrials@osumc.edu
• Phone: 800-293-5066

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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.