https://pittplusme.org/study/1927
Children and Colds: Telemedicine Use Study – Parent Interviews
STUDY BASICS
Are you the parent of a child who is 1 to 5 years old? Is your child insured through Medicaid? You may be able to participate in a research study to help better understand how families make decisions about seeking medical care for children with colds. This study involves a one 1-hour interview conducted by Zoom or by phone. Compensation provided.
STUDY PURPOSE
The common cold is a respiratory illness that can include symptoms such as sore throat, congestion, and runny nose. Although most colds get better without treatment, parents often seek medical care for young children with cold symptoms. The purpose of this study is to better understand how families make decisions about seeking care for children with colds. Researchers hope their findings lead to improved healthcare for children in the future.
COULD THIS STUDY BE RIGHT FOR YOU?
- Parent of a 1-5 year old child
- Child is insured through Medicaid
- Speak English
- Live in the United States
WHAT PARTICIPANTS CAN EXPECT
This study involves one 1-hour interview with the parent. Participants can choose to do the interview by videoconference via Zoom or by phone.
IRB: STUDY20040025B
- Parent mental model of care seeking for children's acute respiratory infections
MEET THE RESEARCHER
Kristin Ray
Kristin Ray, MD, MS, is Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Ray completed a residency in Pediatrics at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and a fellowship in General Academic Pediatrics fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Ray’s research seeks to improve access, outcomes, and experiences for children and families in need of health care.
MEET THE COORDINATOR
Sarah Burns
Sarah Burns, MSW, LSW is a Research Coordinator in the division of General Academic Pediatrics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Sarah completed her Master of Social Work Degree at the University of Toledo. Sarah has experience working with children through elementary and middle school programming, and engaging families in research through large-scale community interviewing.