Investigating the effectiveness and implementation of complementary and integrative health therapies.
Official title: HSR&D Research Career Scientist Award
Funded at VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System · NIH-10898669 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how to better use complementary and integrative health therapies, like acupuncture or yoga, in VA healthcare settings to improve patient care and safety, while also figuring out any challenges and costs involved.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project start | October 1, 2023 |
| Project end | September 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5IK6HX003766-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10898669 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are patients seeking alternative or complementary therapies for anxiety and depression within the VA healthcare system.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not interested in or do not seek complementary health therapies may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how complementary and integrative health (CIH) therapies can be effectively implemented in healthcare settings, particularly within the VA system. The principal investigator, with over 20 years of experience, employs advanced methodologies such as multi-level modeling and geospatial techniques to assess the effectiveness of these therapies. The research aims to identify barriers to implementation and evaluate the cost-effectiveness of CIH therapies, ultimately aiming to improve patient care and safety. By analyzing geographic correlates of health and healthcare, the study seeks to inform healthcare policies and practices.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the integration of effective complementary therapies into standard healthcare, improving patient outcomes and satisfaction.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in implementing complementary health therapies in various healthcare settings, indicating a promising avenue for further exploration.
Where this research is happening
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VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System
Los Angeles, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Taylor, Stephanie L — VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System
- Study coordinator: Taylor, Stephanie L
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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.