Improving HIV service delivery in syringe services programs
SAIA-SSP-HIV: a Systems Analysis and Improvement Approach to Optimizing HIV Service Delivery in Syringe Services Programs
This study is testing a new approach to see if it can improve HIV services in syringe programs for people who use drugs compared to the usual methods.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 32 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of California, San Diego Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (San Diego, California) |
| Trial ID | NCT06025435 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of the Systems Analysis and Improvement Approach (SAIA-SSP-HIV) in enhancing HIV service delivery within syringe services programs (SSPs) across the U.S. The study compares the outcomes of SSPs implementing SAIA-SSP-HIV against those following standard practices. Over a 21-month period, data will be collected to assess the proportion of participants receiving HIV testing and the cost-effectiveness of the intervention. The trial aims to determine both immediate and sustained improvements in service delivery.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are organizations operating syringe services programs in the U.S. that provide HIV counseling and testing services.
Not a fit: Patients who may not benefit from this study include those in organizations that do not provide HIV testing or are not engaged in syringe services programs.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly increase the number of individuals receiving HIV testing and improve overall health outcomes for people who inject drugs.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in improving health service delivery through systematic approaches, suggesting potential for success with this intervention.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Organization operates within the United States, U.S. territory, or Tribal Nation. * Organization operates a dedicated syringe service program (SSP) that provides access to sterile syringes and injection equipment for people who inject drugs (PWID). * In the past 30 days, SSP staff have directly provided HIV counseling and testing services to SSP participants. Exclusion Criteria: * Organization is participating in or has participated in other studies involving SAIA or components of SAIA. * Organization intends to stop providing HIV counseling and testing services to SSP participants within 21 months of their respective start date.
Where this trial is running
San Diego, California
- University of California, San Diego — San Diego, California, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Alexis M Roth, PhD — Drexel University
- Study coordinator: Angela R Bazzi, PhD, MPH
- Email: abazzi@health.ucsd.edu
- Phone: 8582463612
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.