Improving health coaching for veterans with COPD
Optimizing the Implementation of Whole Health Coaching for Veterans with COPD
This study is all about helping veterans with COPD by offering them personalized coaching to set and reach their health goals, combining self-care and medical support to improve their overall well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bedford, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10883552 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing Whole Health Coaching for veterans suffering from Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). It aims to empower veterans by providing personalized support through trained coaches who help them set and achieve meaningful health goals. The approach combines self-care, conventional clinical care, and complementary health services to address the complex needs of these patients. The study will also explore best practices for implementing this coaching model effectively within the Veterans Health Administration.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans diagnosed with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease who are seeking personalized health coaching.
Not a fit: Patients who are not veterans or those without a diagnosis of COPD may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and quality of life for veterans with COPD.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using personalized coaching approaches for chronic disease management, indicating potential success for this initiative.
Where this research is happening
Bedford, United States
- Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital — Bedford, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Anderson, Ekaterina — Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital
- Study coordinator: Anderson, Ekaterina
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.