Improving virtual care for managing COPD in veterans
Official title: Developing an Intervention to Optimize Virtual Care Adoption for COPD Management
Funded at Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital · NIH-10880254 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping veterans with COPD use virtual care services more easily, by figuring out what stops them from using these tools and finding ways to make it better, so they can stay engaged and healthier.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bedford, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5IK2HX003532-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10880254 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are veterans diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who may benefit from enhanced virtual care services.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have access to virtual care technology or those with severe cognitive impairments may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the adoption of virtual care (VC) services for managing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) among veterans. It aims to identify barriers to the use of VC, such as lack of awareness among patients and healthcare teams, and develop strategies to overcome these challenges. By leveraging various mobile applications and telehealth services, the project seeks to improve patient engagement and health outcomes for those with COPD. The research will also provide training for the investigator to become an expert in implementing these services effectively.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better management of COPD for veterans, reducing hospitalizations and improving overall health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that virtual care can significantly improve health outcomes for chronic disease management, indicating a promising approach in this area.
Where this research is happening
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Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital
Bedford, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Robinson, Stephanie — Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital
- Study coordinator: Robinson, Stephanie
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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.