Helping parents navigate infant hearing loss diagnosis and treatment
Communities Helping the Hearing of Infants by Reaching Parents: The CHHIRP Navigator Trial
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY · NIH-10600021
This study is all about helping parents of babies with hearing loss by creating a program that guides them through the tests and treatments their child needs, making it easier for families to get the support and care on time.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (LEXINGTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10600021 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the early detection and intervention for hearing loss in infants by developing a patient navigator program. The program aims to assist parents in understanding and following through with the necessary diagnostic tests and treatments for their children. By addressing the complexities and challenges families face, the initiative seeks to enhance adherence to the recommended timelines for screening and diagnosis. The approach includes community engagement and support to empower parents in managing their child's hearing health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are parents of newborns who have received abnormal hearing screening results.
Not a fit: Patients who have already received a diagnosis and intervention for hearing loss may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss in infants, significantly improving their communication skills and overall quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that patient navigator programs can effectively improve adherence to diagnostic testing in other healthcare areas, suggesting a promising approach for this initiative.
Where this research is happening
LEXINGTON, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY — LEXINGTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: BUSH, MATTHEW LEE — UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY
- Study coordinator: BUSH, MATTHEW LEE
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.