University of Chicago · NeuroscienceStroke Care Improvement Lab
Shyam Prabhakaran · Chicago, Illinois
Research Focus
Dr. Shyam Prabhakaran's research focuses on improving the emergency evaluation and transfer processes for stroke patients. His lab conducts studies that aim to enhance the Door-In-Door-Out (DIDO) protocol to ensure patients get timely access to comprehensive stroke care. Through interdisciplinary collaboration, the lab seeks to develop and implement effective strategies that can reduce delays in treatment and improve outcomes for stroke patients nationwide.
stroke careDIDO processemergency evaluationtransfer protocolspatient outcomes
Research Aims
4AIM 01Implement a novel multi-component DIDO intervention across multiple stroke care systems.
AIM 02Evaluate the effectiveness of the DIDO intervention in reducing transfer time.
AIM 03Assess the impact of the intervention on disability outcomes for stroke patients.
AIM 04Gather data on the fidelity and quality of the intervention's implementation.
Skills the Lab Values
clinical evaluation techniqueshealth services researchdata collection and analysisprotocol developmentpatient transfer procedures
Output against the department
Publications650top 8% of dept.54th of 671
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Citations13ktop 32% of dept.215th of 671
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