This grant aims to improve emergency medical care for children by finding and demonstrating better methods within the EMS system.
Funder: Health Resources and Services Administration
Due Dates: January 20, 2025 (Estimated Application Due Date)
Funding Amounts: Estimated total program funding: $2,500,000 | Expected number of awards: 1 | Cooperative agreement
Summary: Supports demonstration of effective methods to improve clinical care and management of pediatric patients within the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) system.
Key Information: Forecasted opportunity; only accredited schools of medicine are eligible to apply.
This opportunity, offered by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), aims to establish an Emergency Medical Services for Children Innovation and Improvement Center (EIIC). The Center will be responsible for demonstrating and disseminating effective methods to improve the clinical care and management of pediatric patients within the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) system. The focus is on innovation, quality improvement, and the translation of evidence-based practices to enhance pediatric emergency care nationwide.