Can a buddy system help head and neck cancer patients? new study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT07664241

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: OHSU Knight Cancer Institute Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 16, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This trial tests whether a one-on-one peer support program is feasible for people with head and neck cancer. Patients (mentees) are matched with cancer survivors (mentors) for emotional and informational support. The study will enroll 56 participants and measure how many actually meet their mentor and how satisfied they are. It does not test whether the program improves survival or cancer outcomes.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: peer support program
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that a structured peer support program is a practical way to improve emotional and informational support for head and neck cancer patients.
What could go wrong: This is a small feasibility study (56 participants) that hasn't started recruiting yet. It only measures whether people use the program, not whether it improves health outcomes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

head and neck cancer Head and Neck Neoplasms

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

MALIGNANT HEAD AND NECK NEOPLASM

Contacts and locations

Locations

OHSU Knight Cancer Institute

Portland, Oregon, 97239, United States

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