Exploring a new digital healthcare platform for managing depression
Digital Care Chains in Health Care - a Study of Care Consumption, Care Quality, Work Environment and Well-being
This study is testing a new digital healthcare platform to see if it can help people with severe depression get better care and improve their experience with the healthcare system.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 100 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Region Gävleborg Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Gävle, Gävleborg) |
| Trial ID | NCT05211466 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study investigates the implementation of a digital healthcare platform aimed at improving care consumption, quality, and the work environment for patients with severe depression in the County of Gävleborg, Sweden. It focuses on understanding how digital tools can enhance patient experiences and streamline healthcare delivery while addressing the challenges posed by a reduced workforce. The study will analyze the effectiveness of digital triage tools compared to traditional methods and gather insights from both patients and healthcare staff involved in the care process.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals experiencing severe depression who have received inpatient care in the County of Gävleborg.
Not a fit: Patients with stress-related exhaustion disorder, substance use disorder, neuropsychiatric disorders, psychosis, or postpartum depression may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved access to mental health care and better management of depression through innovative digital solutions.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research in digital healthcare, this specific approach to studying the impact of a digital platform on depression management is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria in the patient study: * severe depression * has received inpatient care in the County of Gavleborg during two given time-periods Exclusion Criteria in the patient study: * stress-related exhaustion disorder * substance use disorder * neuropsychiatric disorder * psychosis * postpartum depression. Inclusion Criteria in the staff study: * healthcare staff from all clinical areas in the County of Gavleborg * staff with permanent employment Exclusion Criteria in the staff study: * administrative staff * managers * staff on long term leave * staff on long term sick leave * staff on parent leave * staff expected to retire or resign within a year
Where this trial is running
Gävle, Gävleborg
- County of Gavleborg — Gävle, Gävleborg, Sweden (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Maarit E Wirkkala, MD
- Email: maarit.wirkkala@regiongavleborg.se
- Phone: +46722037495
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.