Using AI to improve medication management for Veterans with inflammatory bowel disease
Official title: A learning health system approach to using Artificial Intelligence Enabled Decision Support (AEDS) for medication optimization in Veteran Care: An Immunosuppressants use case
Funded at Veterans Health Administration · NIH-10862047 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how we can use smart computer technology to help Veterans with inflammatory bowel disease get the best medications for their needs, making sure they have better access to care and support.
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 start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| NIH project number | 1I01HX003749-01A2 |
| Project ID | NIH-10862047 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Veterans diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease, including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have inflammatory bowel disease or are not Veterans may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in Veterans by utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to optimize medication management. The approach involves analyzing existing VA data to develop predictive models that can help tailor treatments to individual patient needs. By implementing these AI-driven strategies, the research aims to improve access to care and ensure that Veterans receive the most effective medications while considering available resources. The study will also explore how to effectively adopt these innovations within the Veterans Health Administration.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more personalized and effective treatment options for Veterans suffering from inflammatory bowel disease.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in using AI for medication optimization, indicating that this approach could be effective in improving patient outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Veterans Health Administration
Ann Arbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Waljee, Akbar K — Veterans Health Administration
- Study coordinator: Waljee, Akbar K
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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.