UTMThe University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center · Biomedical Engineering
Childhood Cancer Survivorship and Cardiovascular Health Lab
Rebecca Maureen Howell · Houston, Texas
Research Focus
Dr. Rebecca Maureen Howell's lab focuses on improving the health outcomes of childhood cancer survivors, particularly in reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease. The lab is working on creating advanced models to predict cardiovascular risks based on specific doses of radiation received during cancer treatment. By personalizing risk assessments, they aim to improve both current treatment planning and future healthcare strategies for survivors.
childhood cancercardiovascular diseaseradiation therapyrisk predictionsurvivorship carecardiac substructurespersonalized medicineoncologyCVD risk models
Research Aims
5AIM 01Develop risk prediction models for cardiovascular disease in childhood cancer survivors.
AIM 02Validate these models incorporating cardiac substructure doses and demographic factors.
AIM 03Integrate risk assessment tools into clinical practice to optimize treatment planning.
AIM 04Provide evidence-based counseling for cancer survivors based on individualized risk profiles.
AIM 05Transform clinical approaches to reduce cardiovascular risks in child and adolescent cancer patients.
Skills the Lab Values
statistical modelingdata analysisradiation dose assessmentcardiac imagingclinical trial designrisk counselingpatient follow-upweb application integrationin-silico modeling
Output against the department
Publications448top 19% of dept.115th of 595
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Citations9.4ktop 37% of dept.220th of 595
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