Introduction
cancer, breast cancer
CANCER, DISEASE, METASTATIC DISEASE, BREAST CANCER
In all phases of cancer care, from new diagnosis, to survivorship, to living with metastatic disease, patients with breast cancer face unique health challenges, a large volume of information, and complex health care decisions. Multiple studies demonstrate the need and desire for improved understanding of diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment options among patients with breast cancer [In this increasingly digital age, the incorporation of technology in healthcare has increased the potential for information dissemination. While there are many technological resources available to patients with breast cancer, there are few comprehensive, patient-centered tools available to educate patients about their disease, symptoms, and care options, while providing personalized support and care management. The Outcomes4Me app was designed in collaboration with breast cancer patient advocates and clinicians to provide a convenient and accessible resource that could help patients understand their diagnosis, navigate treatment options, and track and manage symptoms.In this single-arm pilot study, we sought to assess the feasibility of incorporating the Outcomes4Me smart phone navigation application into the standard of care experience of breast cancer patients across the cancer care continuum. We also sought to evaluate the patient experience with the app, identify preferences for education, symptom tracking and other features, and explore the impact of the app on perceptions of care management, patient-provider interactions, and understanding of disease and treatment options.