Improving how patients report their experiences with skin diseases
Applying Item Response Theory to Improve Patient Reported Outcome Use in Dermatology Clinical Practice
This study is all about making it easier for people with skin conditions like acne and eczema to share their experiences and how well treatments are working, so we can better understand what matters most to them and improve their care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brigham and Women's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10878792 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the way patients with chronic inflammatory skin diseases, like acne and atopic dermatitis, report their experiences and treatment outcomes. By using advanced statistical techniques known as item response theory, the project aims to streamline the collection of patient-reported outcomes in dermatology clinics. The research will identify the most important aspects of these diseases from the patient's perspective and develop a new measurement tool to capture this information effectively. Ultimately, the goal is to integrate these patient insights into routine clinical practice to improve patient care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals suffering from chronic inflammatory skin diseases such as acne, psoriasis, and atopic dermatitis.
Not a fit: Patients with acute skin conditions or those not experiencing chronic inflammatory skin diseases may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and management of chronic skin conditions by incorporating patient experiences into clinical decision-making.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that improving patient-reported outcomes can significantly enhance clinical care, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Brigham and Women's Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Barbieri, John — Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Barbieri, John
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.