Training program to improve maternal health and prevent postpartum complications
Official title: PRIHSM Training Component
Funded at Stanford University · NIH-10908649 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating a special training program to help healthcare providers better support mothers after childbirth, especially in preventing and treating serious issues like heavy bleeding, and it's designed to include a diverse group of trainees to make sure everyone gets the best care possible.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project start | August 17, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $506,878 |
| NIH project number | 5U54HD113142-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10908649 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are healthcare professionals and trainees interested in maternal health, particularly those focusing on postpartum care.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in healthcare training or do not have a direct interest in maternal health may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a comprehensive training program aimed at enhancing maternal health, particularly in preventing and treating postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) and related complications. It involves creating a diverse community of trainees from various disciplines, including clinical medicine and psychology, to build expertise in maternal health issues. The program will provide tailored training activities and mentorship opportunities, especially for under-represented minorities, to ensure a broad and inclusive approach to maternal health challenges. By equipping clinicians with essential skills and knowledge, the initiative aims to improve outcomes for mothers experiencing severe maternal morbidity and mortality.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved training for healthcare providers, resulting in better prevention and treatment of postpartum complications for mothers.
How similar studies have gone: Similar training programs in maternal health have shown success in improving clinical outcomes, indicating that this approach is both relevant and potentially impactful.
Where this research is happening
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Stanford University
Stanford, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Carmichael, Suzan L — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Carmichael, Suzan L
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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.