Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 and up

Team-based intervention for HIV care in hospitals

Official title: Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: Team-based Inpatient Anti-Retroviral Treatment and Access to Services (ARTAS)

Run by Loma Linda University · NCT05866523 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests if a team-based support program can help newly diagnosed HIV patients get the care they need while in the hospital and reduce their chances of coming back to the hospital.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment250 (estimated)
SponsorLoma Linda University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Loma Linda, California)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 16, 2023
Main results expectedDecember 2026
Study endsDecember 2026
Registry record updatedFebruary 27, 2026
Trial IDNCT05866523 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older who are newly diagnosed with HIV and not currently receiving antiretroviral therapy.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are virally suppressed, actively taking antiretroviral therapy, or under the care of an HIV specialist within the last six months may not 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 study explores the impact of a team-based intervention called ARTAS on improving linkage to care for newly diagnosed HIV patients in an inpatient setting. The intervention aims to reduce hospital readmission rates by providing comprehensive support and resources to patients who are not currently receiving antiretroviral therapy. Participants will receive either the team-based ARTAS intervention or standard care during their hospital stay. The study focuses on patients who are newly diagnosed or not virally suppressed and have not been under the care of an HIV specialist recently.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve the continuity of care for HIV patients, leading to better health outcomes and reduced hospital readmissions.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success with team-based interventions for HIV care, indicating a promising approach to improving patient outcomes.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* 18 years of age or greater
* newly diagnosed HIV
* Known diagnosis of HIV not on ART within 30 days of admission
* Known HIV and not virally suppressed based on interview
* Known HIV and has not been under the care of an HIV specialist within the past 6 months

Exclusion Criteria:

* All three criteria must be present for exclusion:
* virally suppressed
* actively taking ART
* are under active care of an HIV specialist within the last 6 months
* Less than 18 years of age (stand alone exclusion)

Where it's running

  • Loma Linda University Medical Center
    Loma Linda, California, United States
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.