Dr. Kathryn N. Starr, PhD

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Durham VA Medical Center, Durham, NC

Studies Cancer
Studies Other Nutritional Deficiencies
2 reported clinical trials
3 drugs studied

Area of expertise

1Cancer
Kathryn N. Starr, PhD has run 1 trial for Cancer. Some of their research focus areas include:
Stage II
Stage III
2Other Nutritional Deficiencies
Kathryn N. Starr, PhD has run 1 trial for Other Nutritional Deficiencies.

Affiliated Hospitals

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Durham VA Medical Center, Durham, NC

Clinical Trials Kathryn N. Starr, PhD is currently running

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Nutrition and Exercise Intervention

for Cancer in Older Adults

In this pragmatic clinical trial, the investigators will study older Veterans approaching surgery for gastrointestinal or genitourinary cancer who are at high risk for a marked decline in their physical function. The investigators will test a multi-targeted nutrition regimen high in protein and other key nutrients and including resistance exercise, administered 8 weeks prior to surgery and for 24 weeks after discharge from surgery, with the goal of protecting physical function and improving physiologic, metabolic, and patient-centered outcomes. The findings of this study will promote a better intervention to compensate for the high nutritional demands of cancer and its treatment and lead to stronger, more rapid physical recoveries and better quality of life for older adults with moderate to advanced cancer-a group that has rarely been included in long-term nutrition studies. In addition to providing direct benefits to Veterans, the study may also benefit the VA by decreasing demands on the health care system via hastening the recovery of physical function.
Recruiting1 award N/A

More about Kathryn N. Starr, PhD

Clinical Trial Related7 years of experience running clinical trials · Led 2 trials as a Principal Investigator · 1 Active Clinical Trial
Treatments Kathryn N. Starr, PhD has experience with
  • Structured Perioperative Nutrition And Exercise
  • Education Control
  • Protein Enhanced Nutrition Intervention
Breakdown of trials Kathryn N. Starr, PhD has run
Cancer
Other Nutritional Deficiencies
Malnutrition
Abdominal Surgery

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Do I need insurance to participate in a trial?
Almost all clinical trials will cover the cost of the ‘trial drug’ — so no insurance is required for this. For trials where this trial drug is given alongside an already-approved medication, there may be a cost (which your insurance would normally cover).
What does Kathryn N. Starr, PhD specialize in?
Kathryn N. Starr, PhD focuses on Cancer and Other Nutritional Deficiencies. In particular, much of their work with Cancer has involved Stage II patients, or patients who are Stage III.
Is Kathryn N. Starr, PhD currently recruiting for clinical trials?
Yes, Kathryn N. Starr, PhD is currently recruiting for 1 clinical trial in Durham North Carolina. If you're interested in participating, you should apply.
Are there any treatments that Kathryn N. Starr, PhD has studied deeply?
Yes, Kathryn N. Starr, PhD has studied treatments such as Structured perioperative nutrition and exercise, Education Control, Protein enhanced nutrition intervention.
What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Kathryn N. Starr, PhD?
Apply for one of the trials that Kathryn N. Starr, PhD is conducting.
What is the office address of Kathryn N. Starr, PhD?
The office of Kathryn N. Starr, PhD is located at: Durham VA Medical Center, Durham, NC, Durham, North Carolina 27705-3875 United States. This is the address for their practice at the Durham VA Medical Center, Durham, NC.
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The coverage of travel expenses can vary greatly between different clinical trials. Please see more financial detail in the trials you’re interested to apply.
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