Improving asthma care through shared decision-making in primary care.
Primary care Implementation and evaluation of Coach McLungs™ an asthma shared decision-making intervention, across a large healthcare system
This study is testing a helpful online tool called Coach McLungs™ that aims to improve conversations and decision-making about asthma care between patients and their doctors, making it easier for you to be involved in managing your asthma.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wake Forest University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Winston-Salem, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10892264 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on implementing and evaluating Coach McLungs™, a virtual intervention designed to enhance shared decision-making (SDM) between asthma patients and their healthcare providers. By integrating this evidence-based tool into primary care practices, the project aims to improve communication and decision-making regarding asthma management. The intervention includes educational resources and clinical decision support, making it easier for providers to engage patients in their care. The study will take place across a large healthcare system, allowing for a comprehensive assessment of its effectiveness in real-world settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who have been diagnosed with asthma.
Not a fit: Patients with asthma who are older than 11 years or those without access to primary care services may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better asthma management and improved health outcomes for children with asthma.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that shared decision-making approaches can significantly improve outcomes for asthma patients, indicating a promising avenue for this intervention.
Where this research is happening
Winston-Salem, United States
- Wake Forest University Health Sciences — Winston-Salem, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tapp, Hazel — Wake Forest University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Tapp, Hazel
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.