Can talking more with your doctor improve arthritis care?
NCT ID NCT05530694
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 28 times
Summary
This study looked at whether a program that helps doctors and patients make decisions together can improve care for veterans with rheumatoid arthritis. About 900 veterans took part across multiple VA clinics. The goal was to see if this approach lowers disease activity, improves medication use, and increases patient knowledge about their condition.
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Locations
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Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States
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San Francisco VA Medical Center, San Francisco, CA
San Francisco, California, 94121, United States
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VA Portland Health Care System, Portland, OR
Portland, Oregon, 97207-2964, United States
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Wilmington VA Medical Center, Wilmington, DE
Wilmington, Delaware, 19805-4917, United States
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