Indianapolis Discovery Network for Dementia
Status:
Inactive
Registered Date:
PBRN Acronym:
IDND
PBRN Type:
Mixed Network (a combination of family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, nursing and/or other specialties)
Network Category:
Established
City:
Indianapolis
State:
Indiana
Zip:
46202
Main Phone:
317-423-5600
Website:
PBRN Director Name:
Malaz Boustani
PBRN Director Email:
mboustan@iupui.edu
Geographic Coverage:
Local or City-wide
Practice/Clinic Location(s):
Indiana
Network Founded:
2006
PBRN Mission Statement:
Building a local, diverse and sustainable “Think-Tank” of health care providers, clinical researchers, and community advocates who are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life and care of individuals with dementia. This local interdisciplinary network: 1) Conduct dementia implementation research activities that meet the local research, clinical, and community needs; 2) promote a culture of discovery, cooperation, and team work among its diverse members; and 3) disseminate knowledge and innovations in dementia care.
Current or Past Research Interests / Health Conditions:
Behavioral health
Care transitions
Comparative effectiveness research on improving healthcare systems and/or patient experiences
Coordination of care for complex patients
Dementia, including Alzheimer's disease (brain and nerve conditions)
Population health
Medication management
Approximate Number of PBRN Member Licensed Clinicians:
150
Approximate Number of Practices or Clinics:
7
Approximate Number of Patients:
5000
