Awards
2018
NIH Loan Repayment Award Renewal
Sponsor: NIH
2018
Selected chair, Junior Faculty Advisory Board, Cancer and Aging Research Group Infrastructure Project
Sponsor: Cancer and Aging Research Group
2016
Karron Memorial Prize for Excellence in Geriatrics
2016
NIH Loan Repayment Award
2015 - 2016
Department of Medicine Research Pilot Award
Sponsor: University of Rochester Medical Center
2015
NCI/ASCO Teams in Cancer Care – selected participant
2015
R25 Cancer Control Research Training Program Scholar
2015
Geriatric Oncology U-13 Conference, Young Investigator Travel Award
2014
Hartford Foundation Change Agent Award
2014
Hartford Center of Excellence Scholar
Sponsor: University of Rochester Division of Geriatrics
2014
American Medical Directors Association "Futures Program" Participant
2014
James P Wilmot Research Fellow Award
2013
HRSA Geriatric Research Fellow Award
Sponsor: Health Resources and Services Administration
2012
Geriatric Oncology Research to Improve Clinical Care U13 Conference Travel Award
2010
Garibaldi Humanitarianism in Medicine Award
Sponsor: University of Connecticut
2010
Chief Medical Resident
Sponsor: University of Connecticut
2008
Intern of the Year
Sponsor: University of Connecticut
2005
Sigma Sigma Phi, Osteopathic Medical Honor Society
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Clinical Trials
Mitigating Cancer-Related Cognitive Impairment in Older Adults With Breast Cancer Receiving Chemotherapy: Memory and Attention Adaptation Training-Geriatrics (MAAT-G): A Randomized Pilot Study,Mitigating Cancer-Related Cognitive Impairment in Older Adults With Breast Cancer Receiving Chemotherapy: Memory and Attention Adaptation Training-Geriatrics (MAAT-G): A Randomized Pilot Study
Lead Researcher: Allison Magnuson
Cancer-related cognitive dysfunction (CRCD) affects up to 75% of patients receiving chemotherapy and older adults are at greater risk of developing CRCD, which can negatively affect their functional independence and quality of life. Memory and Attention Adaptation Training (MAAT) is a promising treatment for CRCD that improves perceived cognition in younger cancer survivors, but needs to be adapted for older adults to address their unique needs. The proposed study will adapt MAAT for older adults using feedback from key stakeholders (older adults with cancer and their caregivers), and subsequently test the ability of MAAT to improve or maintain cognition for older adults with breast cancer receiving adjuvant chemotherapy.
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UCCO16103: Cognitive Rehabilitation For At-Risk Older Cancer Patients Receiving Chemotherapy: A Pilot Study Evaluating Feasibility And Impact
Lead Researcher: Allison Magnuson
In Phase I all subjects will receive cognitive rehabilitation intervention which includes, workshops and at-home computer-based cognitive training. In the phase II portion of the study, depending on the group you are assigned, you may receive cognitive rehabilitation intervention or usual care. This will help researchers develop a doable approach to cognitive rehabilitation and see if it helps reduce the risk of developing progressive cognitive impairments which is a common side effect of chemotherapy.
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Publications
Journal Articles
7/13/2021
Janelsins MC, Mohamed M, Peppone LJ, Magnuson A, Belcher EK, Melnik M, Dakhil S, Geer J, Kamen C, Minasian L, Reagan PM, Mohile SG, Morrow GR, Ahles TA, Heckler CE. "Longitudinal Changes in Cognitive Function in a Nationwide Cohort Study of Patients with Lymphoma Treated with Chemotherapy." Journal of the National Cancer Institute.. 2021 Jul 13; Epub 2021 Jul 13.
7/13/2021
Mohamed MR, Kyi K, Mohile SG, Xu H, Culakova E, Loh KP, Flannery M, Obrecht S, Ramsdale E, Patil A, Dunne RF, DiGiovanni G, Hezel A, Burnette B, Desai N, Giguere J, Magnuson A. "Prevalence of and factors associated with treatment modification at first cycle in older adults with advanced cancer receiving palliative treatment." Journal of geriatric oncology.. 2021 Jul 13; Epub 2021 Jul 13.
7/6/2021
Kleckner AS, Wells M, Kehoe LA, Gilmore NJ, Xu H, Magnuson A, Dunne RF, Jensen-Battaglia M, Mohamed MR, O'Rourke MA, Vogelzang NJ, Dib EG, Peppone LJ, Mohile SG. "Using Geriatric Assessment to Guide Conversations Regarding Comorbidities Among Older Patients With Advanced Cancer." . 2021 Jul 6; :OP2100196. Epub 2021 Jul 06.
Books & Chapters
2019
Chapter Title: Oncology and Hematologic Malignancies
Book Title: Geriatrics Review Syllabus: A core curriculum in geriatric medicine
Author List: Magnuson A, Maggiore R.
Edited By: Harper GM, Lyons WL, Potter JF
Published By: American Geriatrics Society 2019 in NY
2016
Chapter Title: Oncology and Hematologic Malignancies
Book Title: Geriatrics Review Syllabus: A Core Curriculum in Geriatric Medicine, 9th Edition (GRS9)
Author List: Magnuson, A; Mohile, S.
Edited By: Medina-Walpole A, Pacala JT, Potter JF
Published By: American Geriatrics Society 2016 in New York, NY
2013
Chapter Title: Geriatric Assessment for the Oncologist
Book Title: Management of Gynecological Cancers in Older Women
Author List: Magnuson A, Mohile S
Edited By: Lichtman
Published By: Springer Publishing 2013
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