Understanding barriers to better care for stroke survivors with communication and swallowing difficulties
Official title: Exploring Pathways to Equitable Outcomes in Post-Stroke Aphasia and Dysphagia
Funded at University of Florida · NIH-10839390 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how challenges in healthcare systems can affect the care that stroke survivors with speech and swallowing difficulties receive, especially for those from different racial and ethnic backgrounds, and aims to find ways to make their rehabilitation better and fairer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Gainesville, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $595,104 |
| NIH project number | 5R01DC021065-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10839390 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include stroke survivors who experience aphasia or dysphagia, particularly from racial and ethnic minority backgrounds.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have aphasia or dysphagia, or those who are not stroke survivors, may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how structural barriers within healthcare systems affect the quality of care for stroke survivors experiencing aphasia and dysphagia, particularly among racial and ethnic minority groups. By examining the availability and accessibility of post-stroke rehabilitation services, the study aims to identify factors that contribute to disparities in patient outcomes. The research will involve analyzing healthcare provider practices and institutional policies to understand their impact on the rehabilitation process. Ultimately, the goal is to improve care quality and reduce disparities in treatment outcomes for affected individuals.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved rehabilitation services and outcomes for stroke survivors with communication and swallowing disorders.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has indicated that addressing structural barriers can lead to improved health outcomes, suggesting that this approach may yield significant insights.
Where this research is happening
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University of Florida
Gainesville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ellis, Charles — University of Florida
- Study coordinator: Ellis, Charles
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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.