Patient-centred eHealth approach to improving outcomes for gout sufferers [ 2015 - 2020 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Richard Day (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Annie Lau ,  Dr Tracey-Lea Laba ,  Prof Andrew Mclachlan ,  Prof Jennifer Reath , 
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Brief description Gout, caused by excessive urate, can be controlled by prescribing medication and patients adhering to them. We will conduct a 2-year controlled trial in primary care to test an eHealth tool to significantly improve gout patient outcomes. This tool tracks patients plasma urate, medication adherence, gout attacks and provides education, interaction with gout experts and reminders of medical visits. Nationwide rollout of this gout management tool will occur after improved outcomes are proven.

Funding Amount $AUD 688,353.97

Funding Scheme Partnerships

Notes Partnership Project for Better Health