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SORT IT empowers oncology clinicians to boost research capacity and advance universal health coverage in India
A Seshachalam1,2, K Niraimathi3, S G Raman1,4
1Collaborative Medical Oncologist Group, Chennai, India.
Abstract:
The Structured Operational Research and Training Initiative (SORT IT), implemented through the Collaborative Medical Oncology Group in India, strengthened oncology research capacity by training clinicians, expanding research into underserved regions, and fostering a sustainable mentorship culture. Using a descriptive evaluation (2014-2025), the programme documented growth in research outputs, mentoring, and dissemination through a Real-World Evidence Conference and Stats Decoded pre-conference workshop. Context-specific innovations - hybrid learning, mobile data capture, and faculty development - enhanced scalability. Case examples demonstrated translation of research into improved cancer screening and diagnostics. SORT IT contributed to evidence-informed cancer care and provides a replicable framework for other medical disciplines.
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