Improving care for patients with poorly controlled diabetes and hypertension through nurse-led telehealth.
EXpanding Technology-Enabled, Nurse-Delivered Chronic Disease Care (EXTEND)
This study is testing a new way to help people with diabetes and high blood pressure manage their health better by using phone and online support from nurses, so you can get the help you need anytime, anywhere!
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Duke University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11003704 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the management of chronic diseases like diabetes and hypertension, particularly for patients who struggle with self-management. It aims to implement a nurse-delivered telehealth intervention that provides continuous support and monitoring, addressing the limitations of traditional clinic-based care. By utilizing mobile monitoring technologies, the study seeks to improve patient-provider communication and empower patients to better manage their conditions. The approach includes telemonitoring, self-management support, and medication management tailored to individual patient needs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes and comorbid hypertension who have not responded well to traditional clinic-based care.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have diabetes or hypertension, or those who are already well-managed with their current treatment, may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved control of diabetes and hypertension, reducing complications and healthcare costs for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that nurse-delivered telehealth interventions can effectively lower HbA1c levels in patients with poorly controlled diabetes, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Durham, United States
- Duke University — Durham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Shaw, Ryan Jeffrey — Duke University
- Study coordinator: Shaw, Ryan Jeffrey
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.