Improving healthcare delivery in rural areas during the COVID-19 pandemic
Official title: Dartmouth Clinical and Translational Science Institute
Funded at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Clinic · NIH-10764010 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how to improve healthcare for people living in rural areas, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, by using technology and community support to make sure everyone gets the care they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Dartmouth-Hitchcock Clinic NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lebanon, United States) |
| Project start | July 25, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2031 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $4,073,191 |
| NIH project number | 1UM1TR004772-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10764010 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals living in rural areas who face healthcare access challenges, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.
✕Less likely to help
Patients living in urban areas or those who do not experience significant barriers to healthcare access may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the healthcare challenges faced by individuals in rural areas, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. It investigates the complex factors contributing to health disparities, such as aging populations, geographic isolation, and inadequate resources. The approach includes leveraging telehealth, digital health technologies, and community partnerships to enhance healthcare delivery and promote health equity. By collaborating with other research hubs, the project aims to innovate clinical and translational science tailored to rural healthcare needs.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare access and outcomes for rural populations affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in using telehealth and community partnerships to improve healthcare delivery in rural settings, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Dartmouth-Hitchcock Clinic
Lebanon, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bernstein, Steven L — Dartmouth-Hitchcock Clinic
- Study coordinator: Bernstein, Steven L
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.