Training and supporting a diverse healthcare workforce for better patient care

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NIH-funded research Kaiser Foundation Research Institute · NIH-11004304

This study is all about training a diverse group of people to work together on research that puts patients first, helping to improve healthcare and make it more affordable for everyone.

Quick facts

Grant typeP30 center grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionKaiser Foundation Research Institute NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES)
Project IDNIH-11004304 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research initiative focuses on training a diverse workforce in patient-centered comparative effectiveness research (CER) and patient-centered outcomes research (PCOR) methods. It aims to enhance partnerships among research institutions, primary care organizations, and community stakeholders to improve health system operations. By conducting projects that prioritize patient needs, the initiative seeks to achieve better health outcomes, equity, and lower healthcare costs. The program builds on previous successes in training scholars and improving primary care quality.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include patients receiving care at primary care organizations, particularly those served by Federally Qualified Health Centers.

Not a fit: Patients who are not receiving care in primary care settings or those not engaged with the healthcare system may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare delivery and outcomes for patients through a more skilled and diverse healthcare workforce.

How similar studies have performed: Previous initiatives in training healthcare professionals and improving primary care have shown success, indicating a promising foundation for this approach.

Where this research is happening

Oakland, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.