Assistant Research, Clerical

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Position Summary
My team focuses on research involving older adults with cancer. We study three main areas: treatment side effects, supportive care interventions, and the value of geriatric assessment. The main focus has been on prostate cancer, the most common cancer in men. We study side effects of treatments of advanced prostate cancer that are relevant to older men, including quality of life, falls, function, cognition and bone health. We have designed and conducted clinical trials of exercise to help manage various symptoms and side effects of cancer and cancer treatment, especially physical function and fatigue. We also study ways to improve cancer care in vulnerable/complex older adults. Our major projects include (or have included):

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