Exploring the history of neonatology through oral interviews
Official title: History of Neonatology
Run by Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey · NCT06176950 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is talking to doctors, nurses, and social workers who have worked in NICUs since the 1960s to see how changes in technology and science have affected how we care for newborns.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 15 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (New Brunswick, New Jersey) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | October 4, 2022 |
| Main results expected | December 2026 |
| Study ends | December 2028 |
| Registry record updated | May 4, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06176950 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are professionals who have worked in NICUs, including neonatologists, pediatricians, nurses, and social workers.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are not involved in the medical or counseling fields related to neonatology may not receive any benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to document the history of neonatology in the United States from the 1960s to the present by conducting oral history interviews with professionals who have worked in Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs). The research will focus on how technological advancements and evolving scientific understanding have influenced treatment decisions for neonates. Participants will include neonatologists, nurses, and social workers, and their insights will be complemented by a review of medical literature and publications. The goal is to understand the changing criteria for treatment and the impact of these changes on patient care and family expectations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the evolution of neonatal care, potentially informing future practices and policies in the field.
How similar studies have gone: While this approach of using oral history interviews is less common in clinical research, similar studies in other medical fields have successfully documented historical changes and practices.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: \- individuals who worked or are working in Neonatal Intensive Care Units as neonatologists, pediatricians, nurses, social workers or other pertinent professionals in the medical or counseling field. Exclusion Criteria: * N/A
Where it's running
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Rutgers University
New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Johanna Schoen, PhD — Johanna Schoen
- Study coordinator: Johanna Schoen, PhD
- Email: johanna.schoen@rutgers.edu
- Phone: 7347573376
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.