Improving patient-centered care for alcohol use disorders in primary care settings
Official title: Systematic Implementation of Patient-centered Care for Alcohol Use Trial: Beyond Referral to Treatment
Funded at Kaiser Foundation Research Institute · NIH-10930971 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at ways to help people with alcohol use disorders feel more involved in their treatment decisions, by trying out two different approaches in primary care to see which one helps more patients get the care they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Kaiser Foundation Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 20, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $722,298 |
| NIH project number | 5R01AA031231-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10930971 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are experiencing alcohol use disorders and are seeking treatment.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not experiencing alcohol use disorders or those who are already receiving effective treatment may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the treatment of alcohol use disorders (AUD) by implementing shared decision-making strategies in primary care. It aims to engage patients more effectively by testing two different interventions: one that integrates shared decision-making directly in primary care and another that utilizes a centralized approach to reach patients. By involving patients in their treatment decisions, the study seeks to improve their motivation and adherence to treatment plans. The research will assess the effectiveness of these interventions in increasing the number of patients who receive appropriate care for AUD.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more patients with alcohol use disorders receiving timely and effective treatment, improving their overall health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that patient-centered approaches and shared decision-making can improve treatment outcomes in various health conditions, suggesting potential success for this approach in alcohol use disorders.
Where this research is happening
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Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
Oakland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bradley, Katharine Anthony — Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Bradley, Katharine Anthony
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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.