Improving maternity care for women of color to reduce health risks
Official title: Enhance Trial-Enriched Holistic Care to Eradicate Maternal Morbidity
Funded at University of Pennsylvania · NIH-11017067 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to improve maternity care for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color by creating a supportive home model that offers various services like care navigation and mental health support, making sure that new moms get the help they need for a healthier pregnancy and delivery.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | April 13, 2023 |
| Project end | January 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $695,857 |
| NIH project number | 5R01NR020975-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11017067 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant individuals who identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color and are at risk for severe maternal health issues.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as BIPOC or those who are not currently pregnant may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing social and structural inequities that lead to severe maternal health issues, particularly among Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). It aims to implement a comprehensive maternity care home model that integrates various support services, including care navigation, social work, and mental health resources, all tailored to meet the unique needs of these vulnerable populations. By evaluating the effectiveness of this integrated approach, the study seeks to improve maternal health outcomes and reduce disparities in care delivery. Patients will receive coordinated support throughout their maternity journey, ensuring they have access to the necessary resources and care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce severe maternal morbidity and mortality among BIPOC women.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that integrated care models can improve health outcomes, but this specific approach targeting BIPOC populations is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
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University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Srinivas, Sindhu K — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Srinivas, Sindhu K
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.