Interest in integrative oncology services at USC Norris Cancer Center
Patient Interest in an Integrative Oncology Program at USC Norris Cancer Center: A Single-Institution Needs Assessment
This project will see if adult patients with solid tumors or blood cancers at USC Norris and Keck HC3 are interested in and able to use integrative oncology services and what barriers might limit participation.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 10 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Southern California Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Los Angeles, California) |
| Trial ID | NCT07306338 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational needs-assessment uses patient surveys and optional focus groups to measure knowledge, attitudes, interest, and potential barriers to an integrative oncology program at USC Norris and the Keck HC3 Women's Clinic. Participants are adult oncology outpatients who speak English, Spanish, or Chinese and have a diagnosed solid or hematologic malignancy. The study will identify predictors of willingness to participate or refer and explore feasibility of integrating services into clinic workflows. Findings will inform how and whether integrative services could be implemented locally.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Adults (18+) with a diagnosed solid tumor or hematologic malignancy who receive care at USC Norris outpatient clinics or the Keck HC3 Women's Health clinic and who speak English, Spanish, or Chinese.
Not a fit: People who cannot give informed consent or who are not patients at the participating USC clinics (or do not speak the supported languages) are unlikely to benefit from participating.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the results could support adding tailored integrative therapies to routine cancer care to improve symptom management and patient experience.
How similar studies have performed: Other integrative oncology programs and studies have shown benefits for symptom control and patient satisfaction, though implementation approaches vary and needs-assessment work like this is commonly used before program rollout.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥ 18 years * Ability to understand and the willingness to participate in the study. * English, Spanish, or Chinese speaking * Patient of USC NCCC Outpatient Clinics or Keck HC3 Women's Health outpatient clinic. * Diagnosed solid or hematologic Malignancy Exclusion Criteria: * Unable to provide informed consent
Where this trial is running
Los Angeles, California
- USC / Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center — Los Angeles, California, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Xiaoyue M Guo — University of Southern California
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.