Geisinger Clinic

This study tests new tools to help primary care doctors diagnose familial hypercholesterolemia (FH), an inherited condition that causes very high cholesterol and early heart attacks. About 532 clinicians will use special checklists and reminders during patient visits. The goal is…

This study looks at whether a DNA test can help doctors choose safer and more effective medications for older adults who take five or more drugs. Researchers will check if the test results lead to changes in prescriptions and lower overall healthcare costs. The study involves 66 …

This study looks at whether an electronic health record alert can increase how often doctors recommend low-dose aspirin to pregnant women at high risk for preeclampsia. About 839 high-risk pregnant patients are included. The goal is to see if the alert improves prevention recomme…

This study looks at whether moving combination blood pressure pills to the top of the doctor's prescription list (and adding "PREFERRED") makes doctors prescribe them more often. These pills combine two medicines into one, making it easier for patients to take. Over 12,000 adults…