Improving obesity management for diabetes in primary care settings
Reducing Clinical Inertia in Obesity Management of Diabetes in Primary Care: Cluster-Randomized Trial
This study is looking to help adults with diabetes who are struggling with obesity by giving doctors personalized treatment options to better support their weight loss journey, making it easier for both patients and providers to choose effective solutions together.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Healthpartners Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bloomington, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11092097 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the management of obesity in adults with diabetes by integrating personalized treatment options into a clinical decision support system used by primary care providers. It addresses the common issue of clinical inertia, where effective obesity treatments are underutilized due to misconceptions about their effectiveness. By providing tailored recommendations based on validated prediction equations, the study seeks to empower both patients and clinicians with the knowledge needed to make informed treatment decisions. The approach involves a cluster-randomized trial to evaluate the effectiveness of this intervention in real-world primary care settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are living with obesity and type 2 diabetes.
Not a fit: Patients who are not diagnosed with obesity or type 2 diabetes may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved obesity management and better health outcomes for patients with diabetes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that integrating decision support systems in clinical practice can improve treatment adherence and patient outcomes, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Bloomington, UNITED STATES
- Healthpartners Institute — Bloomington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: O'connor, Patrick J — Healthpartners Institute
- Study coordinator: O'connor, Patrick J
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 below.