Improving sleep apnea management in rural communities
Official title: A Novel Training Intervention to Improve Provider Management of Sleep Apnea in Rural Communities
Funded at West Virginia University · NIH-10911002 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping doctors in rural areas better care for people with sleep apnea, so they can improve health and make life easier for those dealing with this condition.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | West Virginia University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Morgantown, United States) |
| Project start | August 21, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $162,749 |
| NIH project number | 5K23HL161437-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10911002 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living in rural areas who are experiencing symptoms of sleep apnea or related respiratory conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not reside in rural communities or those who do not have sleep apnea or related respiratory issues may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the management of sleep apnea by training healthcare providers in rural areas. It aims to identify and address the barriers and facilitators to effective care for patients with chronic respiratory illnesses. The approach includes mixed-methods research and community engagement to ensure that the training is relevant and impactful. By conducting clinical trials, the project seeks to improve health outcomes for individuals suffering from sleep apnea in these underserved regions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better diagnosis and treatment of sleep apnea, improving the quality of life for patients in rural communities.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in improving healthcare delivery in rural settings through targeted training interventions, suggesting that this approach has potential.
Where this research is happening
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West Virginia University
Morgantown, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Stansbury, Robert Callaway — West Virginia University
- Study coordinator: Stansbury, Robert Callaway
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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.