Transforming emergency care for patients with Alzheimer's and dementia
Official title: ED-LEAD: Emergency Departments LEading the transformation of Alzheimer's and Dementia care
Funded at New York University School of Medicine · NIH-10929961 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making emergency room visits better for people with dementia by trying out new ways to help them and their caregivers, so they can get the care they need and avoid going back to the ER too often.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $17,240,889 |
| NIH project number | 5U19AG078105-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10929961 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias who may require emergency care.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have Alzheimer's disease or related dementias may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the care provided to individuals living with dementia during emergency department visits. It aims to address unmet needs by implementing new workflows, telephonic care programs, and structured coaching interventions that enhance advance care planning and reduce emergency department revisits. The project will involve collaboration across multiple health systems and emergency departments to create scalable models of care that prioritize the well-being of patients and their caregivers. By leveraging previous successful interventions, the research seeks to turn emergency visits into opportunities for better health outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the quality of emergency care for patients with Alzheimer's and dementia, leading to improved health outcomes and reduced hospital readmissions.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success with similar interventions aimed at improving emergency care for dementia patients, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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New York University School of Medicine
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chodosh, Joshua — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Chodosh, Joshua
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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.