How visit length and content affect interactions between patients and clinicians in knee osteoarthritis
Official title: The Effects of Visit Characteristics on Patient-Clinician Interactions and Health Outcomes in Knee Osteoarthritis
Funded at University of California at Davis · NIH-10910215 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how the length and depth of your doctor visits can affect your experience and health if you have knee osteoarthritis, aiming to find ways to make your appointments more helpful and satisfying.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California at Davis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Davis, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $808,321 |
| NIH project number | 5R01AG078283-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10910215 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis and experience chronic pain.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with acute knee injuries or those who do not have knee osteoarthritis may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how the characteristics of medical visits, such as their length and the depth of content discussed, influence interactions between patients and clinicians, particularly for those suffering from knee osteoarthritis. By focusing on these interactions, the study aims to understand how they can lead to better health outcomes for patients experiencing chronic pain. The research will involve measuring the effects of longer visits and more comprehensive discussions on patient satisfaction and treatment efficacy. Ultimately, the goal is to enhance the therapeutic experience for patients with knee osteoarthritis.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and enhanced patient satisfaction for individuals with knee osteoarthritis.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that enhancing patient-clinician interactions can lead to improved health outcomes, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
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University of California at Davis
Davis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dossett, Michelle L — University of California at Davis
- Study coordinator: Dossett, Michelle L
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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.