Creating tools to help patients make decisions about eosinophilic esophagitis treatment
Official title: Developing Patient-Centered Decision Support for Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Funded at University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-11060883 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping people with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) make better choices about their treatment by creating tools that guide them and their doctors in deciding between medications and diet changes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project start | July 8, 2022 |
| Project end | March 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $196,560 |
| NIH project number | 5K23DK129784-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-11060883 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with eosinophilic esophagitis who are navigating treatment options.
✕Less likely to help
Patients without a diagnosis of eosinophilic esophagitis or those who are not actively involved in treatment decision-making may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing patient-centered decision support tools to assist individuals with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) in making informed treatment choices. It aims to understand the factors that influence decision-making for patients and healthcare providers, particularly in the context of medication versus dietary therapies. By employing mixed methods and advanced qualitative research, the project seeks to enhance communication and education around treatment options, ultimately improving patient outcomes and quality of life.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower patients with eosinophilic esophagitis to make better-informed decisions regarding their treatment, leading to improved health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using patient-centered decision support tools in chronic disease management, indicating potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chang, Joy Weiling — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Chang, Joy Weiling
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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.