Understanding the long-term effects of COVID-19 on hospitals serving underserved communities
Disasters and Hospital Systems Serving Health Disparity Populations: Identifying the Long Term effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic to Mitigate Future Challenges
This study looks at how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospitals that care for racial and ethnic minorities and other underserved groups, aiming to understand the long-term challenges they face and find ways to make these healthcare systems stronger and better for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brigham and Women's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11002686 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted hospitals that serve racial and ethnic minorities and other underserved populations. It aims to explore the long-term effects of the pandemic on these hospital systems, focusing on areas such as quality of care, workforce challenges, financial stability, and innovation. By using a mixed methods approach, the study will gather both quantitative and qualitative data to identify best practices and challenges faced by these hospitals during and after the pandemic. The findings will help inform strategies to improve resilience in healthcare systems serving vulnerable communities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals from racial and ethnic minority groups and other underserved communities who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Not a fit: Patients who are not part of health disparity populations or who have not been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare delivery and outcomes for underserved populations affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
How similar studies have performed: This research builds on previous studies that have examined the impact of disasters on healthcare systems, but it specifically focuses on the unique challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, making it a novel investigation.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Brigham and Women's Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Weissman, Joel S. — Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Weissman, Joel S.
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.