Improving obesity management in children through decision support tools
Implementation of Decision Support for the Management of Obesity in a National Pediatric Primary Care Research Network
This study is looking at how using special tools in doctors' computers can help pediatricians better support kids with obesity, making it easier for them to get the right care and improve their health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Yale University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Haven, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10814857 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the management of obesity in children by implementing electronic health record (EHR)-based decision support tools for pediatricians. It aims to provide clinicians with reminders and educational materials to better diagnose and treat obesity in young patients. The approach has been tested in previous trials, showing promise in reducing body mass index (BMI) among children. The goal is to disseminate this intervention widely across pediatric primary care practices to reach millions of children affected by obesity.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children and adolescents aged 0-21 who are affected by obesity.
Not a fit: Patients who are not affected by obesity or are outside the age range of 0-21 may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce obesity rates among children, leading to improved long-term health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown success with similar EHR-based interventions in improving obesity management in pediatric populations.
Where this research is happening
New Haven, United States
- Yale University — New Haven, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sharifi, Mahnoosh — Yale University
- Study coordinator: Sharifi, Mahnoosh
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.