Reducing inappropriate use of emergency services in Bergamo through community health care
Impact of a Community-Based Primary Health Care Project on the Inappropriate Use of Emergency Medical System in Bergamo
This study is testing if better access to community health care can help reduce unnecessary emergency calls in Bergamo.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 10000 (estimated) |
| Ages | N/A to 100 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Fondazione San Giuliano Onlus Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ciserano) |
| Trial ID | NCT06862882 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a Community-Based Primary Health Care Project in reducing inappropriate calls to the Emergency Medical System in Bergamo. By analyzing monthly changes in urgent calls, the study seeks to determine whether improved primary health care can alleviate the burden on emergency services. The project focuses on enhancing access to appropriate health care resources for patients in the community. The findings could inform future health care strategies and policies.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals who have made urgent calls to the Emergency Medical System.
Not a fit: Patients who make non-urgent calls to the Emergency Medical System may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this project could lead to more efficient use of emergency medical services and better health outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown that community-based health care initiatives can effectively reduce unnecessary emergency service use, suggesting this approach has potential.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Urgent Emergency Medical System call Exclusion Criteria: * Non-urgent Emergency Medical System call
Where this trial is running
Ciserano
- Fondazione San Giuliano Onlus — Ciserano, Italy (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Mirco Nacoti, MD — Fondazione San Giuliano Onlus
- Study coordinator: Mirco Nacoti, MD
- Email: mnacoti@asst-pg23.it
- Phone: +39 3428363854
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.