Improving communication for older veterans with hearing loss in emergency departments
Official title: Hearing Impairment, Strategies and Outcomes in VA Emergency Departments
Funded at VA Medical Center · NIH-10923828 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how giving hearing devices to older veterans with hearing loss in VA Emergency Departments can help them better understand medical instructions and have a better experience while getting care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2018 |
| Project end | September 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| NIH project number | 5I01HX002421-07 |
| Project ID | NIH-10923828 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older veterans aged 65 and above who experience hearing impairment.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have hearing loss or are younger than 65 years old may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how providing hearing assistance devices to older veterans with hearing loss in VA Emergency Departments can enhance their understanding of medical instructions and improve their overall care experience. The study focuses on the challenges faced by older adults, particularly those who arrive at the emergency department without their hearing aids, in a noisy environment that complicates communication. By testing the effectiveness of these devices, the research aims to ensure that patients comprehend critical discharge instructions, which can prevent unnecessary repeat visits and hospitalizations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve communication and health outcomes for older veterans with hearing loss.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that improving communication in healthcare settings can lead to better patient outcomes, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
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VA Medical Center
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chodosh, Joshua — VA Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Chodosh, Joshua
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.