Helping people with prediabetes lose weight in primary care
Official title: A multilevel intervention to support weight loss among individuals with prediabetes in primary care settings
Funded at University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-10852997 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at a new way to help people with prediabetes lose weight by creating personalized plans that fit their needs and the abilities of their doctors, so they can better prevent type 2 diabetes in everyday healthcare settings.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2020 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $190,301 |
| NIH project number | 5K23DK123416-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10852997 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who have been diagnosed with prediabetes.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not diagnosed with prediabetes or those who are already managing their weight effectively may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating and testing a new approach to help individuals with prediabetes lose weight through personalized treatment plans in primary care settings. It aims to develop a multilevel intervention that considers both patient preferences and the capabilities of healthcare providers. By using implementation science, the project will evaluate how well these tailored weight loss strategies work in real-world healthcare environments, ensuring they can be effectively integrated into routine care. The goal is to empower patients and improve their chances of preventing type 2 diabetes through sustainable weight loss.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective weight loss strategies for individuals with prediabetes, significantly reducing their risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that multilevel interventions can be effective in managing chronic conditions, suggesting a promising potential for this approach in weight loss and diabetes prevention.
Where this research is happening
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University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Griauzde, Dina Hafez — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Griauzde, Dina Hafez
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.