Understanding how Covid-19 affected chronic care for older veterans
Resilience to Covid-19 Disrupted Chronic Condition Care for Older Veterans At Risk of Hospitalization: Role of VA Ambulatory Care and VA Extended Care Home and Community-Based Care Supports
This study looks at how the Covid-19 pandemic changed the way older veterans received care for their ongoing health issues, checking how well different methods like in-person visits and video calls worked to keep them healthy during tough times.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Veterans Health Administration NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10897713 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the management of chronic conditions among older veterans. It focuses on how the VA healthcare system adapted to provide care through various methods, including in-person visits, video consultations, and telephone calls. The study aims to assess the clinical outcomes for veterans at high risk of hospitalization due to chronic disease exacerbations and injuries. By utilizing advanced analytic tools, the research will identify disruptions in care and evaluate the effectiveness of VA Geriatric Extended Care services during the pandemic.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older veterans aged 65 and above who have chronic medical conditions.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 65 or do not have chronic conditions may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could improve chronic disease management strategies for older veterans, potentially reducing hospitalizations and enhancing overall health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown that telehealth and innovative care models can effectively manage chronic conditions, suggesting this approach may yield positive results.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- Veterans Health Administration — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Min, Lillian Chiang — Veterans Health Administration
- Study coordinator: Min, Lillian Chiang
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.