Understanding how to improve postpartum care for women with pregnancy-related high blood pressure
Official title: System factors influencing the postpartum transition to primary care for cardiovascular disease risk management among women with hypertensive disorders in pregnancy
Funded at Baystate Medical Center, INC. · NIH-11065509 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at the difficulties women encounter when moving from pregnancy care to regular doctor visits after having high blood pressure during pregnancy, and it aims to find better ways for doctors to help these women manage their heart health afterward.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Baystate Medical Center, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Springfield, United States) |
| Project start | April 15, 2023 |
| Project end | March 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $469,315 |
| NIH project number | 5R01HL164489-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-11065509 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are women who have experienced hypertensive disorders during pregnancy, such as chronic hypertension, gestational hypertension, or pre-eclampsia.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not experienced hypertensive disorders during pregnancy may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the challenges women face when transitioning to primary care after experiencing hypertensive disorders during pregnancy. It focuses on understanding the systemic factors that influence this transition and how primary care can better manage cardiovascular disease risk for these women. By examining the barriers to accessing care and the quality of care provided, the research aims to identify ways to improve health outcomes for women at risk of cardiovascular disease postpartum.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare practices that better support women with a history of hypertensive disorders, ultimately reducing their risk of cardiovascular disease.
How similar studies have gone: While there is limited research on postpartum care for women with hypertensive disorders, similar studies have shown that addressing systemic barriers can improve healthcare access and outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Baystate Medical Center, INC.
Springfield, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Geissler, Kimberley Lynn H — Baystate Medical Center, INC.
- Study coordinator: Geissler, Kimberley Lynn H
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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.