The MOMs Chat and Care Study, a significant NIH Collaboratory Trial, has released an updated study snapshot and revised ethics and regulatory documentation following its first year. This trial is designed to assess the effectiveness of an integrated care model in mitigating the risk of severe maternal morbidity among Black birthing individuals.
Integrated Care Model
The MOMs Chat and Care Study employs a two-tiered approach to integrated care, aiming to provide timely and appropriate interventions. Participants in both study arms benefit from rigorous clinical and behavioral health monitoring, coupled with facilitated access to essential care and services. This comprehensive strategy is intended to address the multifaceted challenges contributing to maternal health disparities.
Leadership and Funding
Stephanie Fitzpatrick, at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, spearheads the MOMs Chat and Care Study. The project receives substantial financial support through an R01 grant from the National Institute of Nursing Research, underscoring the NIH's commitment to addressing critical gaps in maternal healthcare.
Goal of the Study
The primary goal of the MOMs Chat and Care Study is to reduce the disproportionately high rates of severe maternal morbidity experienced by Black birthing people. By implementing and evaluating an integrated care model, the study seeks to identify effective strategies for improving maternal health outcomes and reducing disparities in healthcare access and quality.
