Peer Ambassador Support for Ovarian Cancer
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
The goal of this study is to learn if peer ambassador support will increase clinical trial enrollment in patients with ovarian cancer.
Participants will participate in a peer ambassador program where a patient ambassador (mentor) will be paired with a mentee. The patient ambassador will be a patient with history of cancer who has participated in a clinical trial and can serve as an ambassador to facilitate discussions regarding education and awareness of clinical trials.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for people diagnosed with ovarian cancer who are considering joining a clinical trial. Participants should be willing to talk with a peer mentor about their experiences and questions regarding clinical trials.Inclusion Criteria
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Peer Ambassador Support Program
Trial Overview
The study tests whether pairing ovarian cancer patients (mentees) with trained patient ambassadors (mentors) who have been in clinical trials helps increase enrollment in such trials. The focus is on supportive conversations and education.
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Mentees will participate in an enrollment session, discussion session with an ambassador, close out session, and 12 month clinical care follow up during which electronic medical records will be reviewed to assess whether mentees are subsequently screened or enrolled in clinical trials.
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine
Lead Sponsor
Johns Hopkins University
Collaborator
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