New training aims to ease burden on families caring for cancer patients

NCT ID NCT01805609

First seen Mar 08, 2026 · Last updated May 18, 2026 · Updated 6 times

Summary

This study tests a communication training program for nurses and social workers at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. The goal is to help them better support families who are caring for a loved one with cancer. Researchers will see if the training improves the skills and confidence of healthcare providers, and whether it leads to greater satisfaction for patients and their families.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

    New York, New York, 10065, United States

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