Training future doctors to improve care for Alzheimer's and related dementias
Duke Creating ADRD Researchers for the Next Generation - Stimulating Access to Research in Residency Program (CARiNG-StARR)"
This program is training doctors to find better ways to care for older adults with Alzheimer's and other related memory issues, especially those who have other health problems, by combining medical knowledge with insights from social sciences.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Duke University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10760314 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program aims to train physician-scientists who will focus on improving clinical care strategies for seniors with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) and multiple comorbidities. It combines medical knowledge with epidemiology and social sciences to develop new approaches for prevention, diagnosis, and management of ADRD. The training will involve residents from Family Medicine, Psychiatry, and Neurology, covering topics such as health disparities and care models. By fostering a new generation of researchers, the program seeks to address critical gaps in ADRD research and care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are seniors over the age of 65 who are experiencing Alzheimer's disease or related dementias, especially those with multiple chronic conditions.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 65 or do not have Alzheimer's disease or related dementias may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved clinical strategies and better health outcomes for patients with Alzheimer's and related dementias.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives have successfully trained physician-scientists in similar fields, indicating a promising approach to addressing ADRD.
Where this research is happening
Durham, United States
- Duke University — Durham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Viera, Anthony J — Duke University
- Study coordinator: Viera, Anthony J
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 below.