Improving weight management in primary care settings
Official title: PATHWEIGH: pragmatic weight management in primary care
Funded at University of Colorado Denver · NIH-10912543 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new way for doctors to help patients manage their weight better by using a special tool and training, making it easier for everyone to talk about and tackle weight issues together.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Colorado Denver NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 17, 2020 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $553,264 |
| NIH project number | 5R18DK127003-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10912543 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults who are overweight or obese and seeking support for weight management in a primary care setting.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not overweight or obese, or those who are not seeking weight management assistance, may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing weight management strategies within primary care by implementing a structured approach called PATHWEIGH. It utilizes a specialized flowsheet integrated into the electronic medical record system to streamline the process of assessing and addressing weight issues. The project also includes training for healthcare providers to effectively use this tool and educate patients about weight management. By addressing the barriers to effective weight management, the research aims to create a more supportive environment for patients struggling with obesity.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective weight management strategies that improve health outcomes for patients with obesity.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success with similar pragmatic approaches to weight management in clinical settings, indicating potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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University of Colorado Denver
Aurora, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Perreault, Leigh — University of Colorado Denver
- Study coordinator: Perreault, Leigh
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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.