A Qualitative Study to Evaluate Experiences of Heart and Kidney Care in Women With Diabetes (HER)
Actively Recruiting
The Metabolic and Chronic Disease Research Unit
Research Team
About This Study
This qualitative study evaluates experiences of heart and kidney care among women with diabetes. The primary objective is to identify barriers, supports, and care needs related to cardiovascular and kidney health, and to better understand how healthcare delivery can be optimized for this population. Participants will complete a one-time semi-structured interview with a trained member of the research team. Interviews may be conducted in person, by phone, or virtually and will explore experiences with diabetes care, management of heart and kidney health, and perspectives on improving care delivery. Interviews will be recorded and transcribed for analysis, and clinical context may be collected where relevant to support interpretation of findings.
Who Can Participate?
✓ Inclusion Criteria
- •Participants with any level of kidney function, including those on dialysis
- •Participants must be ≥ 18 years of age at the time of consent.
- •Diagnosis of diabetes.
- •Self-identify as female.
- •Willing and able to participate in a one-time interview.
- •Able to provide informed consent.
✗ Exclusion Criteria
- •Patients < 18 years of age.
- •Individuals who do not identify as female.
- •Inability to participate in an interview (in person, phone, or virtual).
- •Any condition that, in the opinion of the investigator, may impact the ability to safely participate in or complete study procedures.