Improving care for pregnant individuals with opioid use disorder in underserved areas
Official title: Impact of collaborative care for pregnant persons with opioid use disorder in low-resource obstetric settings
Funded at Magee-Women's Res Inst and Foundation · NIH-10987934 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how teamwork among healthcare and support services can help pregnant and new parents dealing with opioid use disorder, especially in areas where resources are limited, to make sure they get the care they need for a healthier pregnancy and parenting experience.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Magee-Women's Res Inst and Foundation NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 30, 2024 |
| Project end | September 29, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $945,397 |
| NIH project number | 1R61DA061377-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10987934 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant, postpartum, or parenting individuals struggling with opioid use disorder, particularly those living in low-resource or rural settings.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pregnant or do not have opioid use disorder may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how collaborative care models can support pregnant, postpartum, and parenting individuals with opioid use disorder (OUD) in low-resource settings. The approach involves integrating various healthcare and social service providers to address the complex needs of these individuals, including mental health and social support. By focusing on enhancing treatment engagement and sustainability, the research aims to reduce the risks associated with OUD during and after pregnancy. The study will adapt existing care models to better fit the unique challenges faced by this population in rural areas.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for pregnant individuals with opioid use disorder and their children.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that collaborative care models can be effective in managing complex health issues, but this specific adaptation for pregnant individuals with OUD is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
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Magee-Women's Res Inst and Foundation
Pittsburgh, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Krans, Elizabeth E — Magee-Women's Res Inst and Foundation
- Study coordinator: Krans, Elizabeth E
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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.