Managing unhealthy opioid and polysubstance use in primary care.
Official title: MANAGEMENT OF UNHEALTHY OPIOID AND POLYSUBSTANCE USE AMONG PATIENTS IN PRIMARY CARE SETTINGS. FY22. POP 9/15/22 - 9/14/27.
Funded at The Emmes Company, LLC · NIH-10717060 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking for better ways to help people in primary care who are struggling with opioid and other substance use, so they can get the right support and treatment they need to feel better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | The Emmes Company, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rockville, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2022 |
| Project end | September 14, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2022 |
| Award (this year) | $1,299,926 |
| NIH project number | 75N95020D00012-0-759502200003-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10717060 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who are experiencing issues related to opioid or polysubstance use and are receiving care in a primary care setting.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not currently using opioids or other substances may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing effective strategies to manage unhealthy opioid and polysubstance use among patients in primary care settings. It aims to identify and implement best practices for screening, intervention, and treatment, leveraging the resources of the NIH HEAL initiative. Patients may benefit from improved access to care and tailored treatment plans that address their specific substance use challenges.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective management and treatment options for patients struggling with opioid and polysubstance use.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research under the NIH HEAL initiative has shown promise in developing effective interventions for opioid misuse, indicating a potential for success in this area as well.
Where this research is happening
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The Emmes Company, LLC
Rockville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jelstrom, Eve — The Emmes Company, LLC
- Study coordinator: Jelstrom, Eve
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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.