Managing high blood pressure in patients with chronic kidney disease through pharmacist support
Official title: Pharmacist-guided, patient-driven management of high blood pressure in CKD: A Novel Approach
Funded at Iowa City VA Medical Center · NIH-10942076 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how involving pharmacists can help Veterans with chronic kidney disease better manage their blood pressure by guiding them on how to adjust their medications, so they can feel more in control of their health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Iowa City VA Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Iowa City, United States) |
| Project start | October 1, 2022 |
| Project end | September 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5I01HX003533-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10942076 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Veterans diagnosed with chronic kidney disease who struggle to manage their blood pressure effectively.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have chronic kidney disease or those who are not Veterans may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving blood pressure management in Veterans with chronic kidney disease (CKD) by involving pharmacists in the care process. Veterans will be guided by clinical pharmacists to self-manage their blood pressure medications according to a structured titration plan. This approach aims to enhance patient engagement and adherence to treatment, ultimately leading to better health outcomes. The study seeks to implement a novel care model that empowers patients to take an active role in their hypertension management.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved blood pressure control and reduced risk of cardiovascular disease for patients with chronic kidney disease.
How similar studies have gone: While this specific approach has not been tested before, preliminary data suggest that pharmacist-guided self-management can be effective in similar contexts.
Where this research is happening
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Iowa City VA Medical Center
Iowa City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jalal, Diana I — Iowa City VA Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Jalal, Diana I
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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.