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Decision Making, Shared Clinical Trial in Birmingham, AL

Access cutting-edge decision making, shared treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Birmingham. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by University of Alabama at Birmingham

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Birmingham

    Convenient for AL residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Birmingham site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Decision Making, Shared Study in Birmingham

Using a highly innovative methodology, the Multiphase Optimization Strategy (MOST), the purpose of this study is to pilot test, an optimization trial approach to develop and refine the decision partnering skills of persons with stage 4 chronic kidney disease and their caregivers. Using a 2x2x2 full factorial design, 64 dyads (patients and one identified caregiver) will be randomized to receive one or more lay coach-delivered decision partnering training components, based on Pearlin's Stress-Health Model of Family Caregiving and Rini's Social Support Effectiveness theory. The components include: 1) caregiver coaching on effective decision support (1 vs. 3 sessions); 2) caregiver decision support communication training (1 session vs. none); and 3) patient social support effectiveness psychoeducation (yes vs. no).

Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

EMR documented diagnosis of stage 4 CKD (2 eGFR 29-15 within 90 days);
Ability to speak and read English and complete baseline questionnaires;
Patients must have an enrolled caregiver

Exclusion Criteria

Receiving hospice;
Receiving dialysis;
Medical record documentation of active unmedicated severe mental illness, moderate-severe dementia, suicidal ideation, uncorrected hearing loss, and active substance abuse. Inclusion Criteria:
Self-endorsing or identified by the patient as a relative, friend, or partner that has a close relationship with you and who assists you with your medical decisions and who may or may not live in the same residence as you and who is not paid for their help
Caring for a patient with CKD;
Ability to speak and read English and complete baseline questionnaires;
Caregivers must have an enrolled patient. Exclusion Criteria:
Caregivers 1) Self-reported unmedicated mental illness, Moderate-severe dementia, active suicidal ideation, uncorrected hearing loss, or active substance abuse ascertained by scripted study introduction questioning.

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Birmingham?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06173323) has an active research site in Birmingham, AL that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Decision Making, Shared Treatment Options in Birmingham, AL

If you're searching for decision making, shared treatment options in Birmingham, AL, this clinical trial (NCT06173323) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Birmingham research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced decision making, shared specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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