Clinical research
Kaiser Permanente’s innovative, translational research is essential to providing members with high-quality, evidence-based care that improves outcomes. Discover how clinical research drives medical advancements and shapes the care found at Permanente Medical Groups.
Reducing Opioids Not Associated with Lower Patient Satisfaction Scores
June 11, 2018
A Kaiser Permanente study found patients receiving recommended reduction in opioids dosage still rated their doctors favorably.
Health Effects of Women Following Sexual Assault
June 8, 2018
Kaiser Permanente research provides best evidence to date on the association between sexual assualt, health disorders, and health care use.
Research Network Finds New Way to Predict Suicide Risk
May 24, 2018
Combining data from electronic health records with results from standardized depression questionnaires better predicts suicide risk following a health visit, according to a new study.
Improving Parents’ Attitudes About Benefits of Vaccination
May 15, 2018
A study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine found parents were receptive to a website providing clinical information and experts on vaccines.
Patient-centered Care for Alcohol Use Disorders: What’s Next?
May 8, 2018
Sharing CHOICE trial results, Kaiser Permanente Washington Health Research Institute takes next steps to advance research on alcohol-related care.