VISN 4 Medical Home Competitive Pilot Funding Opportunity  

The primary purpose of the VISN 4 MHEC Competitive Pilot Program is to support the implementation and evaluation of focused and innovative pilot interventions designed to advance PCMH goals for selected vulnerable populations.

Research Areas: Health Services and Systems, Special (Underserved, High Risk) Populations

Contact: Rachel Werner, MD rwerner@mail.med.upenn.edu

Walid Gellad, MD, MPH, receives VA HSR&D Career Development Award  

Walid Gellad, MD, MPH, receives Career Development Award to study regional variation in drug prescribing and spending in the VA

Research Areas: Special (Underserved, High Risk) Populations, Health Services and Systems

Contact: Carson C Clark Carson.Clark@va.gov

NIH extends funding for Kent Kwoh, MD's study of knee osteoarthritis  

Dr. Kent Kwoh Receives $5.5 million extension from NIH for study of knee osteoarthritis

Research Areas: Aging and Age Related Changes, Special (Underserved, High Risk) Populations

Contact: Carson C Clark Carson.Clark@va.gov

Competitive Pilot Resarch Program FY2010  

The Center for Health Equity Research and Promotion (CHERP) invites applications from VISN4 investigators for pilot research support. The deadline is September 15, 2009. CHERP's mission is to promote equity and quality in health and health care among Veterans.

Research Areas: Health Services and Systems, Special (Underserved, High Risk) Populations

Contact: Kelly B Burkitt, PhD kelly.burkitt@va.gov