Improving understanding and management of heart failure in older adults
Official title: Advancing the Conversations Helpful for Awareness of Illness Trajectory (CHAT) Intervention
Funded at Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ · NIH-10853068 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping older adults with heart failure that’s a bit different, called HFpEF, by teaching them more about their condition and how to manage it better through friendly online videos, so they can feel more confident and communicate well with their doctors.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | June 1, 2023 |
| Project end | May 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $255,403 |
| NIH project number | 5R21AG077092-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10853068 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older adults diagnosed with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not diagnosed with heart failure or are in the terminal stages of other unrelated diseases may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing awareness and management of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) among older adults. It aims to educate patients about their condition, its progression, and the importance of advanced care planning through an intervention called CHAT. The approach includes online video modules designed to empower patients by improving their knowledge, self-efficacy, and communication with healthcare providers. By addressing the gaps in understanding and care, the study seeks to improve the quality of life for those affected by HFpEF.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the quality of life and care management for older adults with heart failure.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that educational interventions can effectively improve patient understanding and management of chronic conditions, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Goyal, Parag — Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ
- Study coordinator: Goyal, Parag
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.