Finding fair solutions to chronic disease disparities in the Southeast.
Official title: Southeast Collaborative for Innovative and Equitable Solutions to Chronic Disease Disparities
Funded at Vanderbilt University Medical Center · NIH-11159897 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding better ways to help people in the Southeastern U.S. who have chronic diseases by working together with healthcare providers, community groups, and patients like you to tackle the challenges you face in getting care and improving your health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Vanderbilt University Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $945,658 |
| NIH project number | 3P50MD017347-04S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11159897 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include individuals from underserved communities in the Southeastern U.S. who are affected by chronic diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not reside in the Southeastern U.S. or who do not have chronic diseases may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to address and reduce chronic disease disparities in the Southeastern United States by developing innovative and equitable solutions. The approach involves collaboration among various stakeholders, including healthcare providers, community organizations, and patients, to identify barriers to care and implement effective interventions. By focusing on community engagement and evidence-based practices, the research seeks to improve health outcomes for underserved populations. Patients may be involved in discussions and initiatives that directly impact their health and access to care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced disparities for patients living with chronic diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Other collaborative efforts addressing health disparities have shown promise in improving health outcomes, suggesting that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wilkins, Consuelo Hopkins — Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Wilkins, Consuelo Hopkins
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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.