Improving patient-centered outcomes through community collaboration

Patient-Oriented Research and Training to Accelerate Learning (Penn PORTAL)

['FUNDING_P30'] · UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA · NIH-11004319

The Penn PORTAL initiative is working to improve healthcare for people in Philadelphia by bringing together hospitals, community groups, and experts to create and test new ways to make healthcare better for everyone.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_P30']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorUNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA (nih funded)
Locations1 site (PHILADELPHIA, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-11004319 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

The Penn PORTAL initiative aims to enhance patient-centered outcomes research by building a collaborative network among health systems, community partners, and expert mentors in Philadelphia. This program will focus on developing and testing interventions that are informed by rigorous research methods and are designed to improve healthcare delivery and patient outcomes. By integrating diverse perspectives and expertise, the initiative seeks to ensure that research is relevant and beneficial to the community it serves.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include patients from diverse backgrounds who are engaged in or affected by healthcare delivery in Philadelphia.

Not a fit: Patients outside of the Philadelphia area or those not involved in the healthcare system may not receive direct benefits from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare practices that better meet the needs of patients in the community.

How similar studies have performed: Similar initiatives have shown promise in enhancing patient outcomes through community engagement and collaborative research efforts.

Where this research is happening

PHILADELPHIA, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.