Improving asthma management for teenagers using telemedicine
Telemedicine Enhanced Asthma Management - Uniting Providers for Teens (TEAM-UP for Teens)
This study is looking to help low-income, minority teenagers with asthma by using telemedicine and school support to make it easier for them to take their asthma medications and manage their condition better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Rochester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rochester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10864808 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing asthma management for low-income, minority teenagers through a telemedicine approach. It aims to address the high rates of asthma-related issues in this population by implementing school-based directly observed therapy (DOT) for preventive medications, combined with telemedicine consultations with primary care providers. The study will evaluate the effectiveness of this approach in improving medication adherence and asthma control, particularly for those with moderate to severe persistent asthma.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are low-income, minority teenagers aged 12 to 18 who have persistent asthma.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have asthma or those outside the age range of 12 to 18 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better asthma management and reduced emergency visits for teenagers suffering from asthma.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown success with school-based directly observed therapy and telemedicine in improving asthma management, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Rochester, United States
- University of Rochester — Rochester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Halterman, Jill S — University of Rochester
- Study coordinator: Halterman, Jill S
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.