Understanding challenges and support for African American adults with kidney disease and diabetes
Official title: Mixed Methods Study of Health-Related Social Needs in African American Adults With Chronic Kidney Disease and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Run by Medical College of Wisconsin · NCT05692388 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at the challenges and support African American adults with kidney disease and diabetes face to see how it affects their health and how to help them take better care of themselves.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 330 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Medical College of Wisconsin Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Milwaukee, Wisconsin) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | January 23, 2023 |
| Main results expected | March 31, 2027 |
| Study ends | March 31, 2027 |
| Registry record updated | May 1, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT05692388 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are African American adults aged 18 and older who have type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease, and are experiencing multiple social adversities.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with cognitive impairment, active psychosis, or substance abuse issues 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 observational study aims to explore the facilitators and barriers to self-care among African American adults with diabetic kidney disease who are facing multiple social adversities. It employs a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative interviews with quantitative assessments to evaluate the impact of these adversities on clinical outcomes and quality of life. The findings will be used to develop a culturally tailored intervention designed to enhance self-care behaviors and improve health outcomes for this population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved health outcomes and quality of life for African American adults with diabetic kidney disease living in inner-city environments.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success in addressing social determinants of health in similar populations, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. self- report as AA/Black 2. age ≥18 3. screen positive for 1 or more adversities using the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Accountable Health Communities Health-Related Social Needs Screening tool 4. self-reported type 2 diabetes and self-report or screen positive for chronic kidney disease (CKD) 5. able to communicate in English. Exclusion Criteria: 1. cognitive impairment at screening visit 2. active psychosis 3. active alcohol or drug abuse/dependency
Where it's running
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Medical College of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Mukoso N Ozieh, MD, MSCR — Medical College of Wisconsin
- Study coordinator: Mukoso N Ozieh, MD, MSCR
- Email: mozieh@mcw.edu
- Phone: 414-955-8839
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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.