Improving emergency care for children using telemedicine
Improving Prehospital Pediatric Emergency Readiness with Telemedicine
This study is looking at how using telemedicine can help doctors provide better emergency care for kids with serious breathing problems before they get to the hospital, making sure they get the best treatment possible.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10897255 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing prehospital emergency care for critically ill and injured children through the use of telemedicine. By implementing teleconsultation, the project aims to improve the treatment of acute respiratory emergencies in children and ensure smoother transitions to hospitals. The principal investigator, Dr. Tehnaz Parakh Boyle, will undergo training to optimize these interventions and conduct clinical trials, with a strong emphasis on ethical considerations in pediatric emergency care. The research involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to develop effective strategies for improving patient outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children aged 0-11 years experiencing acute respiratory emergencies.
Not a fit: Patients who are not experiencing acute respiratory emergencies or are outside the age range of 0-11 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better emergency care for children, potentially saving lives and improving recovery outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in using telemedicine for emergency care, indicating that this approach could be effective in improving pediatric outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Boston Medical Center — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Boyle, Tehnaz Parakh — Boston Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Boyle, Tehnaz Parakh
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.