Improving care for birthing individuals with substance use disorder
Project INSPIRE – (Interprofessional Simulation Program for Clinical Resilience and Empathy) for healthcare teams caring for birthing individuals with substance use disorder in Utah
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF UTAH · NIH-10908718
This study is working to improve the care that healthcare teams give to new parents in Utah who are dealing with substance use issues by creating a program called INSPIRE, which trains providers to be more understanding and supportive through various learning methods, so that everyone gets the best care possible during and after delivery.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF UTAH (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SALT LAKE CITY, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10908718 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the care provided by healthcare teams to birthing individuals facing substance use disorder (SUD) in Utah. It focuses on developing an intervention called INSPIRE, which includes training modules that address provider bias, stigma, and clinical empathy through webinars, in-person simulations, and real-time feedback using artificial intelligence. The project will gather insights from both providers and patients to tailor the intervention effectively, ensuring it meets the needs of those involved in peri-delivery care. By fostering a more empathetic and informed approach, the research seeks to improve health outcomes for this vulnerable population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant or birthing individuals in Utah who are experiencing substance use disorder.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or birthing individuals, or those without substance use disorder, may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved maternal health outcomes and reduced stigma for birthing individuals with substance use disorder.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown that training healthcare providers to address bias and improve empathy can lead to better patient outcomes, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
SALT LAKE CITY, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF UTAH — SALT LAKE CITY, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: COHEN, SUSANNA ROSE — UNIVERSITY OF UTAH
- Study coordinator: COHEN, SUSANNA ROSE
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.