To improve the quality and access to dialysis treatments by Indigenous Australians from remote areas by using a patient-centred approach to determine the cost-effectiveness of treatment models that include the health, social and economic impact [ 2014 - 2018 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Alan Cass (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Christine Connors ,  Prof Alex Brown ,  Prof Kirsten Howard ,  Prof Steven Guthridge

Brief description Compared to other Australians, Indigenous people from remote areas suffer disproportionately from kidney disease. In order to access treatment they must often relocate, sometimes permanently to urban areas. Communities advocate for services closer to home but most health providers see remote area delivery as prohibitively costly. The study will assess the relative cost-benefits of more patient-centered models of care that are inclusive of impacts on patients, families and communities.

Funding Amount $AUD 1,195,023.44

Funding Scheme Partnerships

Notes Partnership Project for Better Health