Exploring care practices for pregnancy loss after recent abortion policy changes
Official title: An exploratory sequential mixed methods study on pregnancy loss care
Funded at Emory University · NIH-11047155 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how new abortion laws are changing the care that patients receive when they go through pregnancy loss, and it aims to gather stories from both doctors and patients to find better ways to support everyone during this difficult time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project start | August 23, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $662,321 |
| NIH project number | 1R61HD117325-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11047155 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals who have experienced pregnancy loss and are navigating care in states with new abortion restrictions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not experienced pregnancy loss or are in states without recent changes to abortion laws may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how recent changes in abortion laws affect the care provided to patients experiencing pregnancy loss. It aims to document the experiences of both clinicians and patients in navigating these changes, focusing on the impact of new policies on clinical management practices. The study will utilize a mixed methods approach, combining qualitative interviews and data analysis to assess clinician attitudes and decision-making processes. By understanding these dynamics, the research seeks to identify ways to improve patient-centered care in the context of evolving legal landscapes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved care practices and support systems for patients experiencing pregnancy loss amidst changing abortion laws.
How similar studies have gone: While this research addresses a novel intersection of pregnancy loss care and abortion policy, similar studies have shown success in understanding the impact of legal changes on healthcare practices.
Where this research is happening
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Emory University
Atlanta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Newton-Levinson, Anna — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Newton-Levinson, Anna
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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.