Facilitating Learning Health Care (LHC) and Neonatal Research: Effects of a Brief Introductory Discussion Between a Neonatologist and the Parents of Eligible Infants

Facilitating Learning Health Care (LHC) and Neonatal Research: Effects of a Brief Introductory Discussion Between a Neonatologist and the Parents of Eligible Infants

The primary purpose of this pilot quality improvement study is to assess the impact of a brief introductory discussion about Learning Health Care (LHC) and clinical research between a neonatologist and the mothers (and the fathers, if present) of infants eligible for trials of the Neonatal Research Network (NRN) before they are approached for consent by clinical research coordinator (CRC) approach for NRN trial). Mothers will also be given a general information pamphlet addressing the same topic.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Mothers of infants eligible for Neonatal Research Network (NRN) trial (antenatal or postnatal)
• English or Spanish speaking
• Available for in-person (preference) or phone consultation meeting
• Mother not already approached for NRN trial

Exclusion Criteria:

• Mother already approached by clinical research coordinator (CRC) for NRN trial