Improving telehealth care for stroke and headache patients
Official title: HSR&D Senior Research Career Scientist Award
Funded at Rlr VA Medical Center · NIH-10922563 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding better ways to provide telehealth services for veterans dealing with neurological issues like strokes and chronic headaches, so they can get the care they need no matter where they are.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rlr VA Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Indianapolis, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2024 |
| Project end | March 31, 2031 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 1IK6HX003907-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10922563 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include veterans experiencing stroke or chronic headache conditions who may benefit from telehealth services.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have access to telehealth technology or those with conditions unrelated to stroke or headaches may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the delivery of telehealth services for patients with neurological conditions, particularly stroke and chronic headaches. Dr. Teresa M Damush aims to implement evidence-based practices within the Veterans Health Administration to improve patient care. The project involves evaluating various strategies to effectively deliver and sustain telehealth models, ensuring that patients receive high-quality care regardless of their location. By collaborating with operational partners, the research seeks to identify best practices for implementing these services across different healthcare settings.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve access to specialized care for veterans suffering from strokes and chronic headaches.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in implementing telehealth models for various healthcare services, indicating a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
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Rlr VA Medical Center
Indianapolis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Damush, Teresa M. — Rlr VA Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Damush, Teresa M.
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.