Improving how we diagnose health conditions in outpatient care.
Official title: Improving Diagnostic Equity in Ambulatory care Settings (I.D.E.A.S.): Research to Practice
Funded at Medstar Health Research Institute · NIH-10931551 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how to make sure everyone gets the right diagnosis in outpatient care, especially for those who might not have the same access to healthcare, so that all patients can feel confident they’re getting the best care possible.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Medstar Health Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Hyattsville, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $498,270 |
| NIH project number | 5R01HS029792-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10931551 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include patients from medically underserved and vulnerable populations who may experience diagnostic disparities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not part of underserved demographic groups may not experience direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the diagnostic process in outpatient care settings, particularly for underserved populations. It aims to understand and address the disparities in diagnostic errors that affect various demographic groups due to factors like implicit bias and systemic challenges. By investigating the relationship between diagnostic equity and uncertainty, the project seeks to develop strategies that improve the accuracy and fairness of diagnoses. Patients will benefit from a more equitable healthcare system that reduces the likelihood of misdiagnosis.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate and equitable diagnoses for patients, ultimately improving health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has indicated that addressing diagnostic disparities can lead to improved patient outcomes, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Medstar Health Research Institute
Hyattsville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Miller, Kristen Elizabeth — Medstar Health Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Miller, Kristen Elizabeth
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.