Improving care for newborn circumcision procedures
Newborn Circumcision Care Redesign
This study is looking at ways to make it easier for families, especially those with lower incomes, to get safe and affordable circumcision for their newborns, so that everyone who wants this procedure can access it without any barriers.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10886580 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the care provided during newborn circumcision by addressing the operational barriers that prevent families from accessing this procedure. It aims to identify and standardize processes that can improve the availability and reimbursement for neonatal circumcision, particularly for families from lower socioeconomic backgrounds. By conducting interviews with clinicians and analyzing existing data, the project seeks to create a more equitable healthcare environment for circumcision procedures. The ultimate goal is to ensure that all families who desire circumcision for their newborns can access it safely and effectively.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are families with newborn boys who are considering circumcision and may face barriers to accessing this procedure.
Not a fit: Patients who have already undergone circumcision or those who do not wish to pursue circumcision will not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved access to safe and effective circumcision for newborns, reducing health risks associated with delayed procedures.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that addressing operational barriers in healthcare can lead to improved access and outcomes, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Johnson, Emilie Katherine — Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
- Study coordinator: Johnson, Emilie Katherine
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.