ER study aims to give seriously ill patients a voice in their care

NCT ID NCT05209880

First seen Mar 15, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 8 times

Summary

This study tested a program called ED GOAL that helps older adults with serious illnesses like heart failure or cancer talk about their care wishes while in the emergency department. Researchers worked with 141 patients to see if the program increased their engagement in advance care planning one month later. The goal was to learn whether this approach helps patients feel heard and prepared for future medical decisions.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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