Training peer health coaches to help patients with low health literacy make better health decisions
Re-thinking the role of Peers And Training Patients [RePeAT]
This study is all about helping people with low health literacy learn how to make better health choices, especially to prevent heart disease, by training peer health coaches who can guide and support them in talking with their doctors about their care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Rochester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rochester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10887566 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on training peer health coaches to assist patients with low health literacy (LHL) in making informed decisions about their health, particularly in preventing cardiovascular disease. The project aims to empower these patients by providing them with the knowledge, confidence, and skills necessary to engage in shared decision-making with their healthcare providers. Through this intervention, patients will learn how to actively participate in discussions about their treatment options and health management. The research will also explore the effectiveness of peer support in enhancing patient engagement and improving health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients with low health literacy who are at risk for cardiovascular disease.
Not a fit: Patients with high health literacy or those not at risk for cardiovascular disease may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the ability of patients with low health literacy to participate in their healthcare decisions, leading to better health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that peer support can effectively enhance patient engagement and decision-making in healthcare settings.
Where this research is happening
Rochester, United States
- University of Rochester — Rochester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sanders, Mechelle Renee — University of Rochester
- Study coordinator: Sanders, Mechelle Renee
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.