๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-06-02

Advocacy, Partnership, Outreach, and Yielding Optimized Care for Oncology Patients (NCT07403981)

Advocacy, Partnership, Outreach, and Yielding Optimized Care for Oncology Patients (APOYO): A Community Health Worker Intervention for Latinx Colorectal Cancer Patients

๐ŸŸก Not Yet Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿง  Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: Stanford University

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This study is a pilot feasibility randomized trial involving newly diagnosed colorectal cancer (CRC) patients who identify as Latinx. The study aims to leverage existing academic-community partnerships in Santa Clara County to develop and evaluate a multi-level community health worker/promotora (CHW/P) navigator intervention. If found effective, APOYO has the potential to affect clinical outcomes for Latinx colorectal cancer patients both directly and indirectly, including improving health-related quality of life, health care utilization, and reducing social needs.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Stanford University โ€” Palo Alto, California

Age range: 18 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • CHW/P Navigator Support (BEHAVIORAL)
  • Social Services Resource List (OTHER)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Stanford University โ€” Palo Alto, California

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (650) 725-7792

Email: yessicam@stanford.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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