Improving access to stroke care for underserved populations
Addressing Racial/Ethnic Disparities in Stroke Care Access Using Hospital Transfer Networks
This study is looking at ways to make sure that everyone, especially those in minority and underserved communities, can get quick and effective stroke care by improving how hospitals work together to transfer patients to specialized centers.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11088934 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how to enhance access to timely stroke care for minority and underserved populations by optimizing hospital transfer networks. It focuses on the disparities in access to critical interventions like intravenous thrombolysis and endovascular thrombectomy, which are essential for reducing disability and death from strokes. The study aims to identify and implement effective strategies for transferring patients from smaller hospitals to specialized stroke centers, ensuring that all patients receive high-quality care regardless of their geographic location. By addressing the dynamic nature of interhospital transfers, the research seeks to create a more equitable healthcare system for stroke treatment.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals from minority or underserved communities who are at risk of experiencing a stroke.
Not a fit: Patients who live in areas with adequate access to stroke care and do not face barriers related to race or socioeconomic status may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve access to life-saving stroke interventions for underserved populations, reducing disparities in outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that optimizing hospital transfer protocols can improve access to care, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Massachusetts General Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zachrison, Korilyn Sauser — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Zachrison, Korilyn Sauser
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.