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Group vs Individual Obesity Care for Obesity
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Led By Theodore Friedman, MD. PhD
Research Sponsored by Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
Age ≥ 18
Be older than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up baseline, months 3, 6 and 12.
Awards & highlights
Study Summary
This trial will compare two ways of providing obesity care, either through a group visit or an individualized dietitian-led approach, in order to see which is more effective in a real-world diverse inner city population. Additionally, this trial will use two measures, perivascular fat attenuation and coronary artery calcium scores, to see if lifestyle intervention can reduce plaque progression and improve perivascular fat attenuation.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults with obesity (BMI ≥ 30 kg/m2) from any ethnic background, interested in weight loss and willing to try a group medical visit or individual dietitian-led care. They must not be on certain weight loss medications or supplements recently, nor participating in other obesity treatments. Women over 50 and men over 40 may also get a heart scan.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study compares two ways of managing obesity: one through group medical visits and the other via one-on-one sessions with a dietitian. It will check if these interventions can reduce heart-related fat and slow down plaque buildup in arteries.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since this trial focuses on lifestyle interventions like dietary changes rather than medication, side effects are minimal but could include potential discomfort from new eating habits or stress from group settings.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowSelect...
I am 18 years old or older.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ baseline, months 3, 6 and 12.
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~baseline, months 3, 6 and 12.
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Change in General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-12) Score
Body Weight Changes
Change in Healthy Eating Index-2015 Score
+3 moreSecondary outcome measures
Change in Coronary Artery Calcification (CAC) score
Trial Design
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Medical Group VisitExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Participants receive obesity management in a group setting let by endocrinologist and nutritionist.
Group II: Dietitian-Led VisitExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Participant receives obesity management in an individual setting lead by registered dietitian.
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Who is running the clinical trial?
Charles Drew University of Medicine and ScienceLead Sponsor
51 Previous Clinical Trials
5,487 Total Patients Enrolled
3 Trials studying Obesity
93 Patients Enrolled for Obesity
Theodore Friedman, MD. PhD4.122 ReviewsPrincipal Investigator - Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science
Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science
1Patient Review
I was extremely disappointed with my experience. Dr Friedman seemed more concerned with money than with providing care, and was very cold and unempathetic. He also prescribed me expensive medication without first running tests, and then contradicted himself multiple times. I would not recommend him to anyone.
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- I am currently taking medication for weight loss.I had weight loss surgery less than a year ago.I identify as male, female, or LGBT.I can receive care at LAC-DHS and have a PCP who can adjust my medications.I am under 18 years old.I am a woman over 50 or a man over 40, interested in the sub-study for a heart scan.I am open to joining a weight loss program and willing to be assigned to any group.I am 18 years old or older.I stopped taking weight loss drugs at least 2 months ago.I am a woman over 50 or a man over 40, eligible for a heart scan study.You have stopped taking weight loss supplements for at least 3 months before joining the study.People of any race or ethnicity can participate in the study.I am taking metformin or topiramate for weight loss.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Medical Group Visit
- Group 2: Dietitian-Led Visit
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Obesity Patient Testimony for trial: Trial Name: NCT04725058 — N/A
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
What is the current participation rate in this trial?
"Affirmative. According to the data present on clinicaltrials.gov, this medical investigation is still open for enrollment since first published in February of 2020 and most recently updated November 12th 2021; it seeks 1000 individuals from a single study location."
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Is eligibility for this trial restricted to persons of a certain age?
"Conforming to the stipulations of this medical trial, all participants must be older than 18 and younger than 90 years old."
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Does this experiment presently welcome new participants?
"Clinicaltrials.gov indicates that recruitment for this medical trial has been ongoing since February 3rd 2020, with the latest update posted on November 12th 2021."
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What criteria must an individual meet to qualify for the trial?
"To qualify for this trial, applicants must be obese and within the ages of 18 to 90. The research team is recruiting a total of 1000 patients in their pursuit towards a potential breakthrough treatment."
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Who else is applying?
What state do they live in?
California
What site did they apply to?
Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Did not meet criteria
Met criteria
How many prior treatments have patients received?
2
0
Why did patients apply to this trial?
I WII TRY. I WANT WAYS TO LOOSE WEIGHT AND TRY OTHER OPTIONS AND I'M INTERESTED IN WEIGHT MANAGEMENT.
PatientReceived no prior treatments
I need to feel better about myself I'm overweight a little cuz I've been sick but now I'm ready to start the community with a new me and I need your help.
PatientReceived 2+ prior treatments
I can't find ANYTHING that works, I'm 180lb and only 5'1 and I can't stay alive much longer like this. It's disgusting and I just keep getting fatter and flabbier as I get older. I'm surprised I'm not already dead.
PatientReceived 2+ prior treatments
Obesity. Hypothyroidism, hypertension, current/pending age,sleep apnea , fear of health risk with excessive weight. Medically supervised weight loss without surgical intervention.
Group environment will suit me well.
PatientReceived 2+ prior treatments
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