Improving primary care research in rural New Mexico
Official title: Primary Care - Building Research Integration in Different Geographic Environments (PC-BRIDGE)
Funded at University of New Mexico Health Scis Ctr · NIH-11117497 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about improving healthcare in rural New Mexico by connecting local communities with primary care providers to make it easier for everyone to take part in health research and get the best care possible.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of New Mexico Health Scis Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Albuquerque, United States) |
| Project start | January 20, 2025 |
| Project end | January 19, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $1,997,723 |
| NIH project number | 1OT2OD038374-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11117497 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living in rural or underserved areas of New Mexico who seek primary care services.
✕Less likely to help
Patients residing in urban areas or those who do not utilize primary care services may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing primary care in New Mexico, particularly in rural areas where healthcare access is limited. It aims to build a network that engages local communities and primary care settings to increase participation in clinical research. By employing trust-building strategies and adapting research practices to fit clinical workflows, the project seeks to integrate evidence-based practices into everyday healthcare. The goal is to create a sustainable model that allows for ongoing community engagement and research collaboration.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare delivery and outcomes for patients in rural New Mexico.
How similar studies have gone: Similar community-engaged research initiatives have shown promise in enhancing healthcare access and outcomes in underserved populations.
Where this research is happening
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University of New Mexico Health Scis Ctr
Albuquerque, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sussman, Andrew Louis — University of New Mexico Health Scis Ctr
- Study coordinator: Sussman, Andrew Louis
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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.