Training healthcare providers to treat complications from female genital mutilation in Tanzania
Treatment of Health Complications due to Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting in Tanzania: Curriculum Build, Implementation, and Evaluation
This study is all about helping women in Tanzania who have experienced female genital mutilation by training healthcare providers to better support their unique health needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10939199 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the health complications faced by women who have undergone female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) in Tanzania. It aims to develop and implement a training program for healthcare providers to better understand and meet the needs of these patients. The project will begin with a needs assessment to identify specific healthcare challenges, followed by the creation of tailored training materials and a pilot intervention. The effectiveness of this training will be evaluated to ensure it meets the cultural and ethical needs of the community.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women in Tanzania who have experienced FGM/C and require medical care for related health issues.
Not a fit: Patients who have not undergone FGM/C or those outside of Tanzania may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the quality of care and health outcomes for women affected by FGM/C in Tanzania.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited research on training programs specifically for FGM/C, similar approaches in other health training contexts have shown promise in improving healthcare delivery.
Where this research is happening
Minneapolis, United States
- University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Connor, Jennifer Jo — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Connor, Jennifer Jo
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.