University of Kansas · Biomedical EngineeringNutritional Support and Cancer Care Lab
Anthony Sung · Lawrence, Kansas
Research Focus
Dr. Anthony Sung's lab at the University of Kansas Medical Center focuses on improving the health of patients with hematologic malignancies by addressing their nutritional needs. Through a project called NOURISH, the lab partners with food banks to deliver tailored food assistance directly to patients in a clinical setting, which aims to combat malnutrition associated with cancer treatments. This innovative approach not only enhances patient care but also explores cost-effective solutions for healthcare systems.
malnutritionfood assistancecancer carenutrition programstransplant therapyhealthcare partnershipsclinical trialspatients with cancer
Research Aims
5AIM 01Establish a partnership between cancer centers and food banks to improve food accessibility for patients.
AIM 02Evaluate the effectiveness of direct food delivery on patient health outcomes in a clinical setting.
AIM 03Assess the impact of the NOURISH program on healthcare costs related to malnutrition.
AIM 04Promote the integration of food assistance programs into cancer care frameworks.
AIM 05Investigate the potential for expanding food assistance partnerships beyond the transplant population.
Skills the Lab Values
patient recruitmentprogram evaluationdata collectionclinical trial designhealthcare collaborationnutritional assessmentfood sourcing logisticscommunity outreachstatistical analysis
Output against the department
Publications221top 47% of dept.282nd of 595
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Citations5.4kbottom 42% of dept.345th of 595
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