Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

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.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment330 (estimated)
SponsorMedical College of Wisconsin
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Milwaukee, Wisconsin)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 23, 2023
Main results expectedMarch 31, 2027
Study endsMarch 31, 2027
Registry record updatedMay 1, 2026
Trial IDNCT05692388 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

  • 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

  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.