Improving maternal care in low-income countries
Caring for Providers to Improve Patient Experience (CPIPE) Study
This study is working to make pregnancy care better for moms in sub-Saharan Africa by training healthcare workers and providing support, so that both the caregivers and the mothers feel more supported and safe during pregnancy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| 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-10812987 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the quality of maternal care in low- and middle-income countries, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, where pregnancy-related deaths are alarmingly high. It aims to improve person-centered maternal care (PCMC) by implementing a comprehensive intervention called CPIPE, which includes training healthcare providers, offering peer support, and engaging leadership. The approach addresses the stress and biases that healthcare providers face, which can negatively impact the care they provide to pregnant women. By focusing on these factors, the research seeks to create a more supportive environment for both providers and patients, ultimately improving maternal and neonatal outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant women in low- and middle-income countries, particularly those from vulnerable socioeconomic backgrounds.
Not a fit: Patients in high-income countries or those not experiencing disparities in maternal care may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce pregnancy-related deaths and improve the overall experience of childbirth for women in low-income countries.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that improving provider training and support can lead to better patient outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- University of California, San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Afulani, Patience a — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Afulani, Patience a
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.