Using telehealth to provide buprenorphine treatment in public libraries for people with opioid use disorder
"Bupe by the Book:" Developing and Testing a Tele-Buprenorphine Intervention in Public Libraries with Unstably Housed Persons with Opioid Use Disorder
This study is testing a new way to help people with opioid use disorder get buprenorphine treatment in public libraries, making it easier for those who don’t have stable housing to access the care they need in a friendly and familiar place.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | San Diego State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Diego, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10665787 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop and test a telehealth intervention called 'Bupe by the Book' that provides buprenorphine treatment to unstably housed individuals with opioid use disorder in public libraries. By collaborating with local partners, the project seeks to overcome barriers to accessing this effective medication. The approach includes gathering input from community stakeholders and conducting a pilot trial to assess the feasibility and effectiveness of the intervention. The goal is to create a low-barrier access point for treatment in a familiar and accessible environment.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are unstably housed individuals who are experiencing opioid use disorder and frequent public libraries.
Not a fit: Patients who are not experiencing opioid use disorder or those who have stable housing may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve access to life-saving buprenorphine treatment for individuals struggling with opioid use disorder.
How similar studies have performed: Similar approaches have shown promise in other settings, indicating potential for success in this novel application within public libraries.
Where this research is happening
San Diego, United States
- San Diego State University — San Diego, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Urada, Lianne a — San Diego State University
- Study coordinator: Urada, Lianne a
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.