Improving heart failure care for American Indian patients
Official title: Improving the Quality of Heart Failure Care for American Indian Patients Receiving Care through the Indian Health Service
Funded at University of Pennsylvania · NIH-10928271 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how well heart failure care is working for American Indian and Alaska Native patients treated by the Indian Health Service, and it aims to find ways to improve their care based on their experiences and health data.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | September 12, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $188,514 |
| NIH project number | 5K23HL166974-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10928271 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are American Indian and Alaska Native individuals diagnosed with heart failure who receive care through the Indian Health Service.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as American Indian or Alaska Native or those not receiving care through the Indian Health Service may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the quality of heart failure care provided to American Indian and Alaska Native patients receiving treatment through the Indian Health Service. It aims to understand the burden of heart failure in this population by analyzing clinical data and conducting interviews with patients. The study will assess the effectiveness of current treatments and identify strategies to enhance care delivery for these underserved communities. By combining quantitative and qualitative methods, the research seeks to provide a comprehensive view of patient experiences and outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved heart failure management and outcomes for American Indian and Alaska Native patients.
How similar studies have gone: While there is limited research specifically targeting heart failure in American Indian populations, similar studies addressing health disparities in minority groups have shown promising results.
Where this research is happening
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University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Eberly, Lauren a — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Eberly, Lauren a
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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.