Improving access to treatment for people with HIV and opioid use disorder
Implementing Integrated Services for People With HIV and Opioid Use Disorder
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO · NIH-11058363
This study is working on ways to make it easier for people living with HIV who also struggle with opioid use to get the treatment they need, by training a doctor to help put research into practice in real healthcare settings.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CHICAGO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11058363 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing effective strategies to integrate treatment for opioid use disorder with HIV care services. It aims to train a physician-scientist in implementation science, which involves understanding how to apply research findings to real-world healthcare settings. The project will utilize a framework that evaluates evidence, local contexts, and facilitation methods to enhance the accessibility of medications for opioid use disorder among individuals living with HIV. By addressing the dual epidemics of HIV and opioid use disorder, the research seeks to improve health outcomes for affected individuals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with both HIV and opioid use disorder who are seeking treatment.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have HIV or opioid use disorder may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve access to life-saving treatments for individuals living with both HIV and opioid use disorder.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in integrating treatment approaches for co-occurring conditions, indicating a promising avenue for this integrated service model.
Where this research is happening
CHICAGO, UNITED STATES
- NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO — CHICAGO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: NYAKU, AMESIKA — NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO
- Study coordinator: NYAKU, AMESIKA
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.
Conditions: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome Virus, Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome Virus, addictive disorder