The Bronx, NYNCT07510373Now EnrollingIRB Ready

Opioid Tapering Clinical Trial in The Bronx, NY

Access cutting-edge opioid tapering treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in The Bronx. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Montefiore Medical Center

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to The Bronx

    Convenient for NY 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 The Bronx site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Opioid Tapering Study in The Bronx

The investigator team proposes a randomized clinical trial (RCT) to test a discharge opioid taper support ("DOTS") intervention that is embedded in the providers' workflow in the EHR to prompt them to prescribe an opioid taper for patients after orthopedic surgery that is tailored to patients' expected analgesic needs. DOTS includes: 1) a recommendation for a patient-specific opioid taper schedule based on opioid use prior to discharge, 2) an automated discharge opioid prescription based on the recommended taper schedule that providers can override, 3) a patient facing handout and 4) post-discharge telephonic support for patients. Providers will be randomly assigned 1:1 to 2 groups and who will each be assigned to DOTS ("DOTS providers") or TS ("TS providers") in a step-wedge design. EHR data will be extracted and telephone surveys of 100 patients over 12 weeks will be conducted after hospital discharge. The two specific aims are: 1. To determine the effectiveness of DOTS for reducing excessive opioid prescribing after orthopedic surgery. Hypothesis 1: Patients discharged by DOTS providers will be prescribed a lower initial mean morphine equivalent daily dose (MMED), fewer opioid pills, and over 12 weeks, will have fewer subsequent opioid prescriptions and incident long-term opioid therapy, compared to patients discharged by non-DOTS providers. Hypothesis 2. Age and frailty will be moderators; DOTS will be more effective at reducing excessive prescribing to older (65 years and older) and frailer patients. 2. To determine the positive and negative impact of DOTS on patient outcomes. Hypothesis 3: Compared to patients of non-DOTS providers, patients of DOTS providers will have improved pain and function, fewer adverse events, and less emergency post-operative care. Hypothesis 4: Age and frailty will be moderators; DOTS will be more effective at improving positive and reducing negative outcomes in older and frailer patients.

Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Age ≥ 18 years
Any orthopedic surgery during hospitalization
No pre-operative opioid use (no opioids in EHR in past 1 month)

Exclusion Criteria

Opioid Use Disorder \[by International Classification of Diseases, 10th revision (ICD-10), in past 6 months}
Cancer (by ICD-10, in past 6 months)
Receiving hospice care (by ICD-10, in past 6 months) Inclusion Criteria (Aim 2):
Meets criteria for inclusion in Aim 1 Exclusion Criteria (Aim 2):
Not fluent in English
Do not manage their own medications
Unable to provide consent over the phone
Orthopedic surgery due to cancer-related bone disease
No pre-operative opioid use (no opioids per New York state prescription drug monitoring program in past 1 month)

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 The Bronx?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT07510373) has an active research site in The Bronx, NY 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.

Opioid Tapering Treatment Options in The Bronx, NY

If you're searching for opioid tapering treatment options in The Bronx, NY, this clinical trial (NCT07510373) 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 The Bronx research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced opioid tapering 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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