Using electronic health records to improve dementia screening in diverse communities
Leveraging Electronic Health Records for Reducing Dementia Screening Disparities in Diverse Communities
This study is working to improve how we find Alzheimer's and related memory issues early, especially for people from different backgrounds who might not get the help they need, by using health records and teaming up with patients, families, and doctors to make sure everyone gets the right screenings and support.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10932101 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the early detection of Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias (AD/ADRD) by utilizing electronic health records (EHRs) to address disparities in cognitive screening among diverse populations. It focuses on socioeconomically disadvantaged and racial and ethnic minority groups who often face barriers to diagnosis and management of these conditions. The project will implement a pragmatic clinical trial that engages patients, families, and primary care providers to improve the quality of cognitive screening and secondary prevention efforts in primary care settings. By refining existing screening programs, the research seeks to ensure that more individuals receive timely evaluations and interventions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals aged 65 and older, particularly those from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds or racial and ethnic minority groups.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 65 or those who do not have access to primary care services may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to earlier diagnosis and better management of dementia for underserved populations, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that leveraging electronic health records can effectively improve screening and diagnosis in various health conditions, suggesting a promising approach for this initiative.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Razavian, Narges — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Razavian, Narges
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.