Research Opportunities!

For Clinicians:

Health Plans - University of Utah

We are looking for volunteers who have provided care to older adults with heart failure for more than one year.  This study will consist of a one-time interview either in person or over the phone.

You may be eligible if:

• You are a Physician, or a Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant with >1 year of experience taking care of older adults with heart failure in an either an acute care setting or in an outpatient clinic.

During the interview, we will ask you about how you manage pain in your older adult patients with co-morbid heart failure and pain.  The interview will be audio-recorded to make sure none of your responses are missed. It can also be done at a time that is maximally convenient for you.

The interview will take about 45-60 minutes.  You will receive a $40 gift card for completing the study.

For more information, contact Youjeong Kang at (801) 587-7697 or youjeong.kang@nurs.utah.edu.

For Family Caregivers:

Family Caregiver Research Study - Weill Cornell Medicine

Do you care for someone with dementia and pain? Are you a family member or unpaid caregiver? Contact Kiana Cruz (kic4001@med.cornell.edu) to participate! All participants will be compensated for their time!

 

Disclaimer: Csomay Center and Geriatric Pain is not endorsing studies and/or products but will provide information on research opportunities related to pain for older adults.