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Metastatic Breast Cancer mHealth App to Promote Patient-Provider Communication: Protocol for a Usability and
Thais F Alves1, Kaitlyn Crosby1, Ronnie D Horner1
1Department of Health Services Research & Administration, College of Public Health, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, United States.
JMIR Research Protocols
|September 8, 2025
Summary
This study evaluates the My MBC Journey mobile app for metastatic breast cancer (MBC) patients. The app aims to improve patient-provider communication by facilitating the collection and sharing of health information.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Digital Health
- Patient Communication
Background:
- Increased life expectancy in metastatic breast cancer (MBC) necessitates complex communication between patients and oncologists.
- Patients often struggle to understand treatment options and articulate preferences.
- Mobile health (mHealth) apps can significantly improve patient-provider communication in MBC care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the usability and user satisfaction of the My MBC Journey app.
- To gather insights for future app modifications.
- To identify barriers and facilitators for app use in enhancing patient-provider communication.
Main Methods:
- Mixed methods approach combining qualitative interviews and quantitative data.
- Recruited 25 patients with MBC and 15 care team members.
- Collected usability data via app analytics and standardized questionnaires (e.g., MARS, SUS).
Main Results:
- Results will guide future app design improvements.
- Preliminary effect sizes will be determined for future efficacy studies.
- Identified themes related to mHealth implementation in oncology care.
Conclusions:
- The My MBC Journey app aims to empower MBC patients.
- Facilitates timely collection and sharing of patient-reported information.
- Long-term goal is to enhance patient-provider communication through mHealth tools.
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