Home-based coaching for managing COPD
Comprehensive Patient-centered Home-based care coaching for COPD self-management
This study is testing a friendly coaching program at home to help people with COPD better manage their health by addressing their unique challenges and providing personalized support from community health workers.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11019788 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving self-management for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) through a personalized home-based coaching program. It addresses the various barriers that patients face in managing their condition, including socioeconomic and psychosocial factors. The program utilizes community health workers to provide tailored interventions based on individual needs, aiming to enhance adherence to treatment and reduce hospital admissions. By integrating comprehensive screening and targeted support, the research seeks to empower patients to take control of their health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Not a fit: Patients with mild or no symptoms of COPD may not receive significant benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the quality of life and health outcomes for patients with COPD.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with similar tailored self-management interventions for chronic illnesses, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Federman, Alex D — Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Study coordinator: Federman, Alex D
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.