Improving primary care for older adults by addressing social factors affecting health
Enhancing Nurse Practitioner Primary Care Delivery to Address Social Determinants of Health and Reduce Health Disparities: A mixed-methods national study
This study is looking at how nurse practitioners can provide better care for older adults, especially those from different racial and ethnic backgrounds, by understanding the social factors that affect their health and finding ways to improve healthcare in underserved communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11012314 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how nurse practitioners can enhance primary care delivery for older adults, particularly those from racial and ethnic minority backgrounds. It focuses on understanding the social determinants of health that contribute to health disparities, such as economic stability and access to healthcare. By employing a mixed-methods approach, the study aims to identify effective strategies for nurse practitioners to improve care quality and outcomes in underserved communities. The research will utilize advanced data analysis techniques to explore the relationship between these social factors and healthcare delivery.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults aged 65 and above, especially those from racial and ethnic minority groups living in underserved areas.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 65 or those who do not face significant social determinants affecting their healthcare access may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare access and quality for older adults, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that addressing social determinants of health can significantly improve health outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Columbia University Health Sciences — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Poghosyan, Lusine — Columbia University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Poghosyan, Lusine
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.