Improving care for people with dementia in nurse practitioner practices and addressing health disparities
Care for Persons With Dementia in Nurse Practitioner Practices and Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities
['FUNDING_R01'] · COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES · NIH-10874769
This study is looking at how nurse practitioners can improve care for people with Alzheimer's and related dementias, especially for those from different racial and ethnic backgrounds, to help reduce hospital visits and improve overall health.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW YORK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10874769 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how nurse practitioners (NPs) can provide better care for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, particularly among racial and ethnic minorities. It aims to understand the impact of NP practice environments on health outcomes, such as hospitalizations and emergency department visits, for these patients. By examining the continuity of care and community resources, the study seeks to identify ways to enhance primary care delivery and reduce health disparities. The research employs a mixed-method approach to gather comprehensive data on these issues.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias, especially those from racial and ethnic minority backgrounds.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have a diagnosis of dementia or who are not part of racial or ethnic minority groups may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare delivery and outcomes for individuals with dementia, particularly in underserved minority populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that enhancing primary care practices can improve health outcomes for minority populations, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES
- COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES — NEW YORK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: POGHOSYAN, LUSINE — COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES
- Study coordinator: POGHOSYAN, LUSINE
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's disease and related dementia, Alzheimer's disease and related disorders, Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia, Alzheimer's disease or a related disorder, Alzheimer's disease or related dementia