Improving the ability of primary care doctors to diagnose Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
Building Primary Care Workforce Capacity in the Dementia Diagnostic Process
This study is working to help doctors better and more fairly diagnose Alzheimer's and related memory issues, especially for those who often get overlooked, so that everyone can get the support and treatment they need as early as possible.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11096089 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the capacity of primary care providers to accurately and equitably diagnose Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD). It addresses the significant issue of missed and delayed diagnoses, which affect over 60% of individuals with cognitive concerns, particularly among racial and ethnic minorities and those from disadvantaged backgrounds. By implementing strategies in seven diverse primary care practices, the project aims to improve early detection and support for patients and their caregivers, ensuring timely access to treatment options and planning resources.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals experiencing cognitive concerns, particularly those from racial/ethnic minority groups or socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds.
Not a fit: Patients who are not experiencing cognitive concerns or who have already received a timely diagnosis of ADRD may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to earlier and more accurate diagnoses of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, improving patient care and outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that improving primary care workforce training can enhance diagnostic accuracy for various conditions, suggesting potential success for this approach in dementia care.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- University of California, San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sideman, Alissa Bernstein — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Sideman, Alissa Bernstein
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.