Training experiences for medical residents in rural and agricultural settings
Official title: Innovative Training Experiences for Occ Med Residents in Non-urban & Ag Settings
Funded at University of Texas Hlth Ctr at Tyler · NIH-10854716 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to improve the training of doctors who focus on workplace health so they can better help people in rural areas, especially those in farming jobs, by teaching them how to meet the unique health needs of these communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Ctr at Tyler NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tyler, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2020 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $249,834 |
| NIH project number | 5T03OH009221-18 |
| Project ID | NIH-10854716 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include rural and migrant workers in agricultural sectors who are at risk for occupational diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients living in urban areas or those not involved in agricultural work may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the training of occupational medicine residents to better serve non-urban populations, particularly in agricultural sectors. It addresses the unique health needs of rural communities, where access to preventive care for occupational diseases and injuries is often limited. By developing specialized training programs, the initiative aims to equip future physicians with the necessary skills and cultural competencies to effectively care for migrant and rural workers. The project is based at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler, which plays a crucial role in addressing the physician shortage in Northeast Texas.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare access and outcomes for rural and migrant workers in occupational settings.
How similar studies have gone: While there is limited research specifically targeting training for rural occupational medicine, similar initiatives in rural health education have shown promise in improving healthcare delivery.
Where this research is happening
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University of Texas Hlth Ctr at Tyler
Tyler, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Nessim, Dalia E — University of Texas Hlth Ctr at Tyler
- Study coordinator: Nessim, Dalia E
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.