Nitin Mishra, M.B.B.S., M.P.H.

Closed for Enrollment

• Financial Distress in Patients Undergoing Treatment of Locally-advanced Rectal Cancer Scottsdale/Phoenix, Ariz.

  The purpose of this study is to examine the needs and gap in our understanding of financial burden experienced by rectal cancer patients from a patient perspective to help provide patient centered care and improve psychosocial outcomes of this group.

• Outcomes after Early Closure of Diverting Loop Ileostomy Rochester, Minn., Scottsdale/Phoenix, Ariz., Jacksonville, Fla.

  The purpose of this study is to assess the immediate outcomes associated with early closure of diverting loop ileostomy.  In addition, days to return to work will be calculated.