Zoom or In-Person? new study tests best way to lose weight in rural areas

NCT ID NCT05710510

First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 21 times

Summary

This study compares two approaches to help rural adults with obesity lose weight. One group meets one-on-one with their doctor every three months. The other joins a group lifestyle program on Zoom and has team meetings with their doctor and a coach. Researchers will see which method leads to more weight loss over 18 months. About 560 people are taking part.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Kansas Medical Center

    Kansas City, Missouri, 66160, United States

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