Improving heart surgery trials for rural populations
Advancing Cardiothoracic Surgical Trials in Rural Health Populations
This study is working to include more rural patients in heart surgery trials in Northern New England, so that their specific health needs are met and to help improve care for older adults in these communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Feinstein Institute for Medical Research NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Manhasset, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11042759 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the capacity of cardiothoracic surgical trials specifically for rural populations in Northern New England, where there is a high burden of cardiovascular disease and a significant elderly demographic. The project aims to include more rural patients in clinical trials, ensuring that their unique health challenges are addressed. It also seeks to develop strategies for implementing trial findings in these communities and to train future researchers in implementation science. By collaborating with major medical centers in the region, the research aims to improve health outcomes for underserved populations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are rural residents of Northern New England who are elderly and have cardiovascular conditions.
Not a fit: Patients living outside of rural Northern New England or those without cardiovascular diseases may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better treatment options and improved health outcomes for rural patients suffering from cardiovascular diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that increasing rural participation in clinical trials can lead to more effective and applicable treatment strategies for underserved populations.
Where this research is happening
Manhasset, United States
- Feinstein Institute for Medical Research — Manhasset, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Iribarne, Alexander — Feinstein Institute for Medical Research
- Study coordinator: Iribarne, Alexander
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.