๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-08-17

Evidence-Based Quality Improvement to Reduce VA Primary Care Burnout (NCT07031245)

Reducing Burnout Among VA PCPs Using Evidence-Based Quality Improvement

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿง  Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

Burnout is highly prevalent among VA primary care providers and staff, impairing productivity and retention, as well as safety, quality, and patient experience. In this pilot trial, the investigators will facilitate the development of burnout reduction interventions using an evidence-based quality improvement (EBQI) approach, and then evaluate the feasibility, acceptability and effectiveness of a pilot EBQI-facilitated burnout reduction intervention in a modified stepped wedge design in one VA region.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Bakersfield VA Clinic, VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System โ€” Bakersfield, California

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Evidence-based quality improvement (EBQI) (BEHAVIORAL)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (5 Sites)

  • Bakersfield VA Clinic, VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System โ€” Bakersfield, California
  • Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center, VA Long Beach Healthcare System โ€” Long Beach, California
  • West Los Angeles VA Medical Center, VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System โ€” Los Angeles, California
  • Sepulveda VA Medical Center, VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System โ€” North Hills, California
  • Santa Maria VA Clinic, VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System โ€” Santa Maria, California

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (310) 478-3711

Email: eric.apaydin@va.gov

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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