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Research Studies is a compilation of published research articles funded by AHRQ or authored by AHRQ researchers.
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1 to 7 of 7 Research Studies DisplayedHenderson ML, Thomas AG, Shaffer A
The national landscape of living kidney donor follow-up in the United States.
The purpose of this study was to understand the impact of the 2013 policy the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network/United Network for Organ Sharing issued. The policy required that transplant centers collect data on living kidney donors (LKDs) at 6 months, 1 year, and 2 years postdonation, with policy-defined thresholds for the proportion of complete living donor follow-up data submitted in a timely manner (60 days before or after the expected visit date).
AHRQ-funded; HS024600.
Citation: Henderson ML, Thomas AG, Shaffer A .
The national landscape of living kidney donor follow-up in the United States.
Am J Transplant 2017 Dec;17(12):3131-40. doi: 10.1111/ajt.14356..
Keywords: Health Services Research (HSR), Patient-Centered Outcomes Research, Policy, Registries, Transplantation
Hiratsuka VY, Beans JA, Robinson RF
Self-determination in health research: an Alaska native example of tribal ownership and research regulation.
Southcentral Foundation (SCF), an Alaska Native-owned and operated health care organization, is transforming the relationship between researchers and the tribal community by making trust and accountability required features of health research in Alaska Native (AN) and American Indian (AI) communities. This review evaluates research through the lens of tribal principles, practices, and priorities. The SCF example provides a framework for other tribes and organizations seeking to reshape the future of health research in AN/AI communities.
AHRQ-funded; HS000079.
Citation: Hiratsuka VY, Beans JA, Robinson RF .
Self-determination in health research: an Alaska native example of tribal ownership and research regulation.
Int J Environ Res Public Health 2017 Oct 31;14(11). doi: 10.3390/ijerph14111324.
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Keywords: Health Services Research (HSR), Racial and Ethnic Minorities, Patient-Centered Outcomes Research, Policy, Racial and Ethnic Minorities
Payne P, Lele O, Johnson B
Enabling open science for health research: Collaborative Informatics Environment for Learning on Health Outcomes (CIELO).
AcademyHealth's Electronic Data Methods (EDM) Forum implemented a proof-of-concept open science platform for health research called the Collaborative Informatics Environment for Learning on Health Outcomes (CIELO). This provided the basis for a vigorous dialogue between stakeholder community members regarding the capabilities that will add the greatest value to an open science platform for the health research community.
AHRQ-funded; HS022789.
Citation: Payne P, Lele O, Johnson B .
Enabling open science for health research: Collaborative Informatics Environment for Learning on Health Outcomes (CIELO).
J Med Internet Res 2017 Jul 31;19(7):e276. doi: 10.2196/jmir.6937.
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Keywords: Health Services Research (HSR), Health Information Technology (HIT), Outcomes, Patient-Centered Outcomes Research
Sinaiko AD, Landrum MB, Meyers DJ
Synthesis of research on patient-centered medical homes brings systematic differences into relief.
This study evaluated the impact of patient-centered medical home (PCMH) initiatives on utilization, cost, and quality, by conducting a meta-analysis of methodologically standardized findings from evaluations of eleven major PCMH initiatives. There was significant heterogeneity across individual evaluations in many outcomes. Across evaluations, PCMH initiatives were not associated with changes in the majority of outcomes studied, including primary care, emergency department, and inpatient visits and four quality measures.
AHRQ-funded; HS021385.
Citation: Sinaiko AD, Landrum MB, Meyers DJ .
Synthesis of research on patient-centered medical homes brings systematic differences into relief.
Health Aff 2017 Mar;36(3):500-08. doi: 10.1377/hlthaff.2016.1235.
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Keywords: Patient-Centered Healthcare, Patient-Centered Outcomes Research, Health Services Research (HSR), Healthcare Costs
Guise JM, Chang C, Viswanathan M
AHRQ Author: Chang C, Berliner E
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Evidence-based Practice Center methods for systematically reviewing complex multicomponent health care interventions.
The purpose of this AHRQ EPC methods white paper was to outline approaches to conducting systematic reviews of complex multicomponent health care interventions. It provided a framework for synthesizing studies of multicomponent interventions and also provided an initial list of critical reporting elements for such studies in order to help systematic reviewers understand the options and tradeoffs available for such reviews.
AHRQ-authored; AHRQ-funded; 290201200010I; 290201200012I; 290201200011I; 290201200015I; 290201200008I; 290201200004C.
Citation: Guise JM, Chang C, Viswanathan M .
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Evidence-based Practice Center methods for systematically reviewing complex multicomponent health care interventions.
J Clin Epidemiol 2014 Nov;67(11):1181-91. doi: 10.1016/j.jclinepi.2014.06.010.
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Keywords: Evidence-Based Practice, Healthcare Delivery, Health Services Research (HSR), Patient-Centered Outcomes Research, Research Methodologies
Holzer JK, Ellis L, Merritt MW
Why we need community engagement in medical research.
The aim of this article was to illustrate how community engagement can help to remedy shortfalls of community trust, participant enrollment, and uptake of research findings. After briefly describing these shortfalls, the authors considered 3 case examples that demonstrate the potential of community engagement to address each. They also discussed the ethical importance and implications of demonstrating respect for the community.
AHRQ-funded; HS017589.
Citation: Holzer JK, Ellis L, Merritt MW .
Why we need community engagement in medical research.
J Investig Med 2014 Aug;62(6):851-5. doi: 10.1097/jim.0000000000000097..
Keywords: Health Services Research (HSR), Patient-Centered Outcomes Research, Research Methodologies, Implementation
Leroy L, Bayliss E, Domino M
AHRQ Author: Miller T
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Multiple Chronic Conditions Research Network: overview of research contributions and future priorities.
HHS developed the HHS Strategic Framework on Multiple Chronic Conditions (MCC), and AHRQ contributed by funding the MCC Research Network over 45 diverse grants. This paper described a subset of research contributions made in each topic area and made 3 recommendations for future MCC research: (1) include person-centered and person-driven measures and outcomes, (2) consider the person in the context of their relationships and community, and (3) include mental healthcare as an essential part of overall healthcare.
AHRQ-authored; AHRQ-funded; HS022444.
Citation: Leroy L, Bayliss E, Domino M .
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Multiple Chronic Conditions Research Network: overview of research contributions and future priorities.
Med Care 2014 Mar;52 Suppl 3:S15-22. doi: 10.1097/mlr.0000000000000095.
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Keywords: Chronic Conditions, Healthcare Delivery, Health Services Research (HSR), Patient-Centered Outcomes Research, Quality Measures