Creating a digital system to improve care for older adults in clinics
Official title: An Age-Friendly Learning Healthcare System: A Transformative Digital Solution for Geriatrics Clinics
Funded at University of Utah · NIH-11049087 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on new digital tools to help doctors provide better care for older adults by using information from patients and their health records, making sure that treatment fits their unique needs like managing medications and supporting mental health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Utah NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2024 |
| Project end | March 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $140,369 |
| NIH project number | 5R21HS029982-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11049087 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older adults receiving outpatient care who may benefit from a more tailored approach to their healthcare.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not receiving outpatient care or who are younger than the typical geriatric population may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to develop and test new health information technology tools that enhance outpatient care for older adults. It focuses on creating a digital system that supports clinical decision-making by using both patient-generated health data and electronic health records. The goal is to ensure that care is tailored to the specific needs of older patients, addressing key areas such as their personal goals, medication management, mental health, and mobility. By implementing these tools, the research seeks to improve the overall quality of care for geriatric patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more personalized and effective healthcare for older adults, improving their overall health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in using digital health tools to improve care for older adults, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
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University of Utah
Salt Lake City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Butler, Jorie Michaela — University of Utah
- Study coordinator: Butler, Jorie Michaela
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.