Can group chats with your doctor help you lose weight? small study says maybe.

NCT ID NCT05938933

First seen Mar 25, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 9 times

Summary

This study tested a new way to help people with obesity lose weight: group doctor visits where each person gets a personal health plan. 11 adults aged 30-60 with a BMI of 35-50 took part. Researchers tracked weight, blood pressure, waist size, and mood to see if this approach works better than standard care.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Methodist Charlton Family Medicine

    Dallas, Texas, 75237, United States

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