Improving communication and data management in trauma care
Leveraging Health Information Technology to Improve Trauma Resuscitation
This study is looking at how to use technology to help trauma teams communicate better and manage patient information more effectively, with the goal of saving lives during the crucial first hour of care for people who have been seriously injured.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Lifeboard Medical NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Fort Collins, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10693384 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing trauma resuscitation by leveraging health information technology to improve communication and data management among trauma teams. It aims to address the high rates of preventable deaths in trauma patients, particularly during the critical first hour of care, by reducing miscommunication and errors that arise from current data recording practices. The project will explore the implementation of advanced electronic health record systems that facilitate rapid data entry and streamline information flow to support better decision-making in chaotic trauma environments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include trauma patients who are admitted to emergency departments within the first hour of injury.
Not a fit: Patients who are not experiencing trauma or those who are not admitted to trauma centers may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce preventable deaths in trauma patients by improving the accuracy and efficiency of care during critical moments.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that improving communication and data management in emergency settings can lead to better patient outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Fort Collins, United States
- Lifeboard Medical — Fort Collins, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Metzler, Michael H. — Lifeboard Medical
- Study coordinator: Metzler, Michael H.
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.