Using remote monitoring technology with community health workers to help Latinx patients manage hypertension
Partners IN CONTROL: Using Remote MonitorINg teChnology with cOmmuNity healTh woRkers to support hypertensiOn management for Latinx patients
This study is looking at how using technology to monitor blood pressure from home can help Latinx adults manage their high blood pressure better, with the support of community health workers who understand their needs and challenges.
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-11134594 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving hypertension management among Latinx adults by utilizing remote patient monitoring (RPM) technology. It aims to address the barriers these patients face in accessing care by integrating community health workers (CHWs) who are trained to provide culturally competent support. The study will explore how RPM can facilitate better blood pressure monitoring and empower patients while considering the social and structural factors that affect their health. By enhancing the implementation of RPM, the research seeks to make healthcare more accessible and effective for this underserved population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Latinx adults who are at risk for or currently managing hypertension.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Latinx or those who do not have hypertension may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved blood pressure management and overall health outcomes for Latinx patients with hypertension.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that remote monitoring and community health worker interventions can be effective in managing chronic conditions, suggesting a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mann, Devin M — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Mann, Devin M
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.