Creating a network to improve health equity through data sharing
MIELHSS - Data Core
This study is working to bring together health centers, hospitals, and schools to share important health information so we can better understand and improve healthcare for people who often face challenges getting the care they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11004293 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on building a collaborative network that includes community health centers, hospitals, and academic institutions to enhance health equity in the U.S. It aims to develop a shared data infrastructure that captures social determinants of health and equity-focused measures. By establishing common data standards and practices, the project will facilitate cross-organizational research and improve health outcomes for underserved populations. Patients will benefit from the insights gained through this data-driven approach, which aims to address disparities in healthcare access and quality.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit are individuals from underserved populations who are affected by health disparities.
Not a fit: Patients who are not part of underserved communities or who do not experience significant health disparities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced disparities for patients in underserved communities.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives focused on health equity and data sharing have shown promise in improving health outcomes, indicating that this approach is both relevant and potentially impactful.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Guise, Jeanne-Marie — Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Guise, Jeanne-Marie
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.