Improving access to antimicrobial stewardship through videoconferencing
Dissemination and Implementation of a Videoconference Antimicrobial Stewardship Team (VAST)
This study is exploring how video calls can help bring together a team of experts to better manage antibiotic use for Veterans, making it easier for them to get the care they need to avoid infections and resistance to medications.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cleveland, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11091554 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the use of videoconferencing to create a multidisciplinary antimicrobial stewardship team that includes infectious disease specialists. By leveraging telehealth, the project aims to enhance access to expert care for Veterans who are at risk of antimicrobial resistance and healthcare-associated infections. The approach involves systematically testing and addressing barriers to implementing telehealth services in antimicrobial stewardship, which has not been widely adopted in VA facilities. The project aligns with the VA MISSION ACT to improve the quality and timeliness of care for Veterans.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Veterans who are at risk for infections and may benefit from enhanced antimicrobial stewardship.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have access to telehealth services or do not require antimicrobial treatment may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the management of antibiotic use among Veterans, reducing the risk of antimicrobial resistance.
How similar studies have performed: Previous pilot studies have shown promise in using telehealth for antimicrobial stewardship, indicating potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Cleveland, United States
- Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center — Cleveland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jump, Robin — Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Jump, Robin
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.