Can video visits help older cancer patients? new study tests Tele-Geriatric care
NCT ID NCT04917848
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether a telemedicine program is a practical way to address the unique needs of adults aged 70 and older who are receiving cancer treatment. Participants meet with a geriatric nurse via video calls over three months to discuss symptoms and aging-related concerns. The goal is to see if this approach is feasible and helpful for this group.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Tele-Geriatric Oncology program (telemedicine visits with a geriatric nurse)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this program could show that remote geriatric assessments are a practical way to support older adults during cancer treatment, potentially improving their care and quality of life.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early feasibility study (124 participants) with no control group, so it cannot prove the program improves health outcomes. Results may not apply to people without internet access or those who don't speak English.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
New York, New York, 10065, United States
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