A national initiative to improve education and training in geriatrics for older adults.
AGS/AGING Learning, Educating, And, Researching National INitiative in Geriatrics (“LEARNING”) Collaborative
This study is working on a new training program for healthcare professionals to help them better understand and manage multiple health issues in older adults, so that seniors can receive better care and support.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | American Geriatrics Society NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10695236 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to create a collaborative educational initiative focused on improving the understanding and management of multiple chronic conditions in older adults. It involves the development of a self-directed learning curriculum that will be disseminated widely to healthcare professionals. By leveraging the expertise of the American Geriatrics Society and various research centers, the initiative seeks to fill existing gaps in geriatrics education and enhance the quality of care for seniors. Patients may benefit indirectly through improved clinician training and better management of their health conditions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this initiative are older adults, particularly those managing multiple chronic health conditions.
Not a fit: Patients who are not elderly or do not have chronic health conditions may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better-trained healthcare providers who can offer improved care for older adults with multiple chronic conditions.
How similar studies have performed: Previous initiatives in geriatrics education have shown success in improving clinician knowledge and patient outcomes, suggesting a positive outlook for this collaborative effort.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- American Geriatrics Society — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lundebjerg, Nancy E. — American Geriatrics Society
- Study coordinator: Lundebjerg, Nancy E.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.