Improving how dentists identify intimate partner violence through technology
Using Informatics and Natural Language Processing to Develop a Clinical Decision Support Tool to Improve Intimate Partner Violence Diagnosis by Dentists and Assess its Feasibility and Acceptability
This study is working on a helpful tool for dentists to better spot signs of intimate partner violence during visits, making it easier for them to support patients who might be in need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11111256 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the ability of dentists to recognize signs of intimate partner violence (IPV) by developing a clinical decision support tool using advanced machine learning techniques. The tool will help dentists efficiently screen for IPV by providing timely and relevant information during patient visits, addressing the barriers they currently face. By analyzing electronic health records, the project seeks to identify patterns of orofacial injuries related to IPV, ultimately improving patient care and outcomes. The study will also assess the feasibility and acceptability of this tool among dental professionals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals who have experienced or are at risk of intimate partner violence and seek dental care.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have a history of intimate partner violence or are not seeking dental care may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better identification and support for survivors of intimate partner violence, improving their overall health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using technology to improve screening for various health conditions, suggesting that this approach could be effective for IPV as well.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- University of California, San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Banava, Sepideh — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Banava, Sepideh
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.