Screening older adults with HIV for age-related health issues
Official title: HIV Clinic-based Screening for Geriatric Syndromes in Older Adults with HIV
Funded at Albert Einstein College of Medicine · NIH-11303020 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping older adults with HIV by making sure their doctors can better spot and manage issues like memory or physical challenges, so they can get the best care possible.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Albert Einstein College of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bronx, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | March 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $162,998 |
| NIH project number | 7K23AG082543-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11303020 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older adults aged 50 and above who are living with HIV and receiving care at the Montefiore Center for Positive Living.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are younger than 50 years old or those not receiving care at the Montefiore Center for Positive Living may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the identification and management of geriatric syndromes, such as cognitive and physical function impairments, in older adults living with HIV. By integrating routine geriatric assessments into HIV care at the Montefiore Center for Positive Living, the study aims to train clinic staff to effectively screen and provide follow-up care for patients aged 50 and older. The approach involves user-centered design to ensure that the screening process meets the needs of both patients and healthcare providers. This initiative seeks to enhance the quality of care for older adults with HIV, addressing a significant gap in current clinical practices.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better health outcomes and improved quality of life for older adults living with HIV by ensuring timely identification and management of age-related health issues.
How similar studies have gone: While this specific approach is novel, there is existing research indicating that integrating geriatric assessments into chronic disease management can improve patient outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Bronx, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Masters, Mary Clare — Albert Einstein College of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Masters, Mary Clare
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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.