Improving care for people with disabilities and chronic conditions through training and collaboration

Learning Health systems training to improve Disability and chronic condition care (LeaHD) Administrative Core

NIH-funded research Brown University · NIH-11004343

This study is working to improve healthcare for people with disabilities and chronic conditions by bringing together different health systems, universities, and community partners to share ideas and support a diverse group of scientists, all with the goal of making health outcomes better for everyone.

Quick facts

Grant typeP30 center grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionBrown University NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Providence, United States)
Project IDNIH-11004343 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research initiative focuses on enhancing the care provided to individuals with disabilities and chronic conditions by establishing a Learning Health System (LHS). The Administrative Core will manage and coordinate efforts among various health systems, universities, and community partners to ensure effective recruitment and retention of diverse scientists. It aims to create a robust network that fosters collaboration and communication, ultimately leading to improved health outcomes. The initiative will also emphasize diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workforce serving these populations.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this initiative include individuals with disabilities or chronic conditions who may benefit from enhanced healthcare services and support.

Not a fit: Patients who do not have disabilities or chronic conditions may not receive direct benefits from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare delivery and outcomes for individuals with disabilities and chronic conditions.

How similar studies have performed: While this approach is innovative in its focus on training and collaboration, similar initiatives in health systems have shown promise in improving care delivery.

Where this research is happening

Providence, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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