Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center is Recruiting for Study That Will Examine the Psychosocial Needs for Mesothelioma Patients
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC) has recently begun recruiting mesothelioma patients for a new study that will explore how mesothelioma affects a patients’ emotional and physical well-being. Researchers are also hoping that the study will give them the opportunity to learn more about what mesothelioma patients need and how to deal with the frequently misunderstood cancer.
According to a 2007 study conducted by the Institute of Medicine (IOM), managing the psychosocial needs and providing emotional support to patients is just as important as handling the medical care of patients when it comes to a cancer diagnosis. The MSKCC study plans to connect these findings to mesothelioma patients and find ways to lessen the physical and emotional strains that mesothelioma patients endure.
MSKCC is one of the oldest and largest private cancer centers in the world. With a highly experienced team of surgical oncologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, pathologists and nurses who work closely with mesothelioma patients, it’s fully equipped to help patients suffering from mesothelioma and other cancers. MSKCC is also a member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN). Russell Budd, president and managing shareholder of Baron & Budd, P.C., is a member of the NCCN Foundation Board.
The study is scheduled for completion in May 2013.
To learn more about the MSKCC study titled “Mesothelioma From a Patient Perspective: A Survey of Psychosocial Needs and Exploration of Online Support for Patients” visit ClinicalTrials.gov.
