Using remote monitoring to manage chronic diseases in community health centers
Remote Patient Monitoring of Chronic Disease in Community Health Centers (REDUCE)
This study is looking at how using remote patient monitoring tools can help people with chronic conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes get better care, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic, and it’s aimed at helping those who might not have easy access to regular check-ups.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Kaiser Foundation Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10673712 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how remote patient monitoring (RPM) can help manage chronic diseases like hypertension and type 2 diabetes in community health centers, particularly for underserved populations. It aims to evaluate the effectiveness of RPM tools in improving health outcomes and ensuring continuity of care during the Covid-19 pandemic. The study will also explore the challenges and facilitators of implementing these tools in healthcare settings. By focusing on real-world applications, the research seeks to enhance the delivery of care for patients who may not have access to traditional monitoring methods.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older with hypertension or type 2 diabetes who receive care at community health centers.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have chronic diseases or who are not receiving care at community health centers may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved management of chronic diseases for patients in community health centers, enhancing their overall health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that remote patient monitoring can be effective in controlled clinical trial settings, but this study aims to explore its application in community health centers, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Oakland, UNITED STATES
- Kaiser Foundation Research Institute — Oakland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mcmullen, Carmit Kurn — Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Mcmullen, Carmit Kurn
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.