Improving access to medical information for healthcare providers
Reducing Disparities in Physician Access to Information in Support of Evidence-Based Practice
This study is working to help doctors in Utah get easier access to important medical research so they can provide better care for their patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Utah NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10784870 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the ability of healthcare providers to access evidence-based medical information, which is crucial for improving patient care. It addresses the barriers that physicians face, such as paywalls that restrict access to important biomedical literature. By providing licensed physicians in Utah with the means to retrieve full-text articles from PubMed, the project seeks to democratize access to vital information that can inform clinical decision-making. The initiative is designed to improve patient outcomes by ensuring that healthcare providers can utilize the latest research in their practice.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients receiving care from healthcare providers in Utah who are committed to evidence-based practice.
Not a fit: Patients who are not receiving care from healthcare providers in Utah or those whose providers do not utilize evidence-based practices may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved patient outcomes by enabling healthcare providers to make more informed clinical decisions based on the latest evidence.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that improving access to medical literature can significantly enhance the quality of care provided by healthcare professionals.
Where this research is happening
Salt Lake City, United States
- University of Utah — Salt Lake City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jarvis, Christy — University of Utah
- Study coordinator: Jarvis, Christy
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.