Pilot program for telemedicine in recovery after elective surgery
Protocol for a Pilot Interventional Study Evaluating the Efficiency and Safety of a Telemedicine Solution for the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
This study is testing whether using telemedicine can help patients recover safely and more effectively after elective surgery.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 8500 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Washington University School of Medicine Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Saint Louis, Missouri) |
| Trial ID | NCT06732921 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This pilot program aims to evaluate the feasibility and safety of integrating telemedicine into the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) for patients undergoing elective surgery. By utilizing the Alertwatch - Recovery Control Tower system, the study seeks to enhance patient monitoring and recovery processes. The findings from this pilot will inform future expansions of telemedicine solutions across various clinical settings, building on previous proof-of-concept research.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older who are scheduled for elective surgery at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing elective surgery or are under 18 years old may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could improve patient recovery times and safety in the postoperative period.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promise in using telemedicine for postoperative care, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
* Adults (18 years and older) * Undergoing elective surgery at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri will be enrolled.
Where this trial is running
Saint Louis, Missouri
- Washington University School of Medicine — Saint Louis, Missouri, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Michael S Avidan, MBBcH — Washington University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Thaddeus Budelier, MD
- Email: thaddeus.budelier@wustl.edu
- Phone: 314-273-8646
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.