Improving emergency care for older adults with dementia
Geriatric Emergency care Applied Research network 2.0 – Advancing Dementia Care
This study is all about making emergency care better for older adults with Alzheimer's and related dementias by figuring out the challenges they face in hospitals and finding ways to help them get the right support when they need it most.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10778586 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the emergency care provided to older adults suffering from Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias (ADRD). It aims to identify the challenges faced by these patients in emergency departments, such as poor identification and avoidable visits, and to develop strategies to improve their care. The project will involve collaboration with various stakeholders and experts to create a network dedicated to optimizing emergency care for individuals with dementia. By addressing existing gaps in care, the research seeks to ensure that patients receive the appropriate support and treatment during emergency situations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease or related dementias who may require emergency care.
Not a fit: Patients without a diagnosis of dementia or those who do not require emergency care may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significantly improved emergency care experiences and outcomes for patients with dementia.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in improving emergency care for older adults, indicating that this approach has the potential for meaningful advancements.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hwang, Ula Y — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Hwang, Ula Y
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.