Using video consultations to improve emergency care for critically ill children
Efficacy of Teleconsultation to Improve Prehospital Patient Safety for Critically Ill Infants and Children - A Multicenter, Simulation-based Randomized Control Trial
This study is looking at how video calls with pediatric specialists can help emergency teams provide better care for critically ill babies and kids before they get to the hospital, and it’s designed for families who want to know how we can make those important first moments safer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10941413 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how teleconsultation with pediatric experts can enhance prehospital care for critically ill infants and children. By utilizing video technology, the study aims to reduce errors that can occur before patients reach the hospital. The approach involves conducting a randomized controlled trial in real-world emergency medical service settings, where teams will simulate various scenarios to assess the effectiveness of teleconsultation in preventing harm. The research also seeks to compare different methods of monitoring safety events during these critical transports.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are critically ill infants and children who require emergency medical services.
Not a fit: Patients who are not critically ill or do not require emergency medical services may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the safety and quality of emergency care for critically ill children before they arrive at the hospital.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that teleconsultation can reduce in-hospital errors, suggesting potential for success in prehospital settings as well.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Boston Medical Center — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Boyle, Tehnaz Parakh — Boston Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Boyle, Tehnaz Parakh
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.