Improving care for veterans with long-lasting COVID-19 symptoms
Official title: Leveraging Knowledge of Chronic Multisymptom Illness to Improve Care for Veterans
Funded at VA New Jersey Health Care System · NIH-11000246 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping veterans who are still feeling unwell after COVID-19 by making sure their experiences are understood and respected, so they can get better care and support.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA New Jersey Health Care System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (East Orange, United States) |
| Project start | December 1, 2023 |
| Project end | November 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5I01HX003667-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11000246 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are veterans experiencing persistent and disabling symptoms following COVID-19.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have a history of COVID-19 or those without persistent symptoms may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding and improving the care experiences of veterans suffering from persistent symptoms after COVID-19, known as post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC). The study aims to address the challenges faced by these patients, who often report feeling dismissed or misunderstood by healthcare providers. By employing an evidence-based approach called Concordant Care, the research seeks to validate patients' experiences, foster a shared understanding of their conditions, and promote a patient-centered approach to treatment. The goal is to enhance the overall quality of care and health outcomes for veterans dealing with these complex symptoms.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved care experiences and health outcomes for veterans suffering from long-term COVID-19 symptoms.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research on chronic multisymptom illnesses has shown that targeted approaches can significantly improve patient care experiences, suggesting potential success for this study.
Where this research is happening
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VA New Jersey Health Care System
East Orange, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mcandrew, Lisa Marie — VA New Jersey Health Care System
- Study coordinator: Mcandrew, Lisa Marie
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.