A Partnered Evaluation to Improve the Identification and Management of Functional Impairment and Frailty Among Older Veterans in Primary Care Settings
Launched by VA OFFICE OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT · May 3, 2024
Trial Information
Current as of July 22, 2025
Recruiting
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
This clinical trial is focused on improving how we identify and manage functional impairments and frailty in older Veterans. Functional impairment refers to difficulties in performing everyday activities, which can affect quality of life and independence. The goal of the study is to implement a new, simpler way for doctors in Veterans Health Administration (VA) primary care settings to measure and understand the functional status of older Veterans. By doing this, the trial hopes to better identify those who need support and create more effective care plans for them.
To participate in this trial, individuals must be Veterans who are at least 60 years old and currently receiving care at a VA primary care facility. If you join, you can expect to help shape a new approach that could enhance how healthcare providers assist older Veterans with their daily activities and overall well-being. It’s important to note that the trial is currently recruiting participants, and it aims to gather valuable data that will help improve long-term services and support for older Veterans in the future.
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Veteran
- • \>60 years old
- • Seen in Veterans Health Administration primary care after implementation begins
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Non-Veteran
- • \<60 years old
- • Not seen in Veterans Health Administration primary care
About Va Office Of Research And Development
The VA Office of Research and Development (ORD) is dedicated to advancing the health and well-being of veterans through innovative research initiatives. As a pivotal sponsor of clinical trials, ORD focuses on a broad spectrum of health-related topics, including mental health, rehabilitation, and chronic disease management, ensuring that findings are directly applicable to the unique needs of the veteran population. With a commitment to scientific excellence and collaboration, ORD promotes rigorous study designs and ethical standards, facilitating the translation of research discoveries into improved clinical practices and policies that enhance veteran care.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Rebecca T. Brown, MD MPH
Principal Investigator
Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA
Francesca M Nicosia, PhD MA
Principal Investigator
San Francisco VA Medical Center, San Francisco, CA
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported