Improving care for older adults with dementia after diagnosis
Improving Post-Diagnosis Dementia Care in Primary Care
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY · NIH-10824240
This study, led by Dr. Halima Amjad at Johns Hopkins University, is all about finding better ways to care for older adults with dementia, especially those with Alzheimer's, by improving how doctors provide support in everyday medical settings.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10824240 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the quality of care provided to older adults diagnosed with dementia, particularly Alzheimer's disease. Led by Dr. Halima Amjad, a geriatrician at Johns Hopkins University, the project aims to develop and implement effective care delivery interventions that can be integrated into primary care settings. The approach includes training in mixed methods research and clinical trials to ensure that findings can be translated into everyday medical practice. The goal is to address the current gaps in care that many patients experience post-diagnosis.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias.
Not a fit: Patients who are not diagnosed with dementia or who are in the early stages of cognitive decline may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved care strategies that enhance the quality of life for patients with dementia.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in improving dementia care through targeted interventions, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful impact.
Where this research is happening
BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES
- JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY — BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: AMJAD, HALIMA — JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: AMJAD, HALIMA
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: Alzheimer disease dementia, Alzheimer syndrome