VA launches pilot to tackle doctor burnout with Evidence-Based quality improvement
NCT ID NCT07031245
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Aug 20, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This pilot study tests whether an evidence-based quality improvement (EBQI) process can reduce burnout among VA primary care providers and staff. Researchers will work with 5 clinics to identify key burnout drivers and implement targeted solutions. The study will measure changes in burnout, turnover intent, and workplace factors over time.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Evidence-based quality improvement (EBQI) – a structured process to identify and implement burnout-reduction strategies
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could provide a practical method for healthcare systems to reduce staff burnout and improve retention.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small pilot study in one VA region, so results may not apply elsewhere. The intervention is complex and depends on local buy-in, which may limit its impact.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 203 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Jun 2025
- Expected to finish
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Sep 2028
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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A government agency
The lead sponsor is a US federal agency other than the NIH.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
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Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Site Inclusion Criteria: * 5 primary care clinics (2 VA Medical Centers \[VAMCs\] and 3 community-based outpatient clinics \[CBOCs\]) in 2 VA healthcare systems in 1 VA Veterans Integrated Service Network Provider and Staff Inclusion Criteria: * Primary care providers, registered nurses, clinical associates (e.g., licensed vocational or practical nurses), or administrative associates (e.g., clerks) on regular Patient-Aligned Care Team (PACT) teamlets at a study site. Site Exclusion Criteria: * All other VAMCs and CBOCs. Provider and Staff Exclusion Criteria: * Other primary care professionals at a study site. * Members of special types of PACT teamlets at a study site.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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How to take part
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The places running it
5 sites. The list below names each one and where it is.
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The official record
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A doctor treating you
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Bakersfield VA Clinic, VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGBakersfield, California, 93301, United States
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Santa Maria VA Clinic, VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGSanta Maria, California, 93454, United States
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Sepulveda VA Medical Center, VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGNorth Hills, California, 91343, United States
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Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center, VA Long Beach Healthcare System
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGLong Beach, California, 90822, United States
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West Los Angeles VA Medical Center, VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System
RECRUITINGLos Angeles, California, 90073, United States
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