Doctors get two kinds of alerts: which boosts statin prescriptions more?

NCT ID NCT06456658

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This completed trial tested two ways of reminding doctors to prescribe statins to patients who need them. Over 3,300 patients were included. One reminder popped up and required action, while the other was less intrusive. The goal was to see which method works better without overwhelming doctors.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this study could show that non-interruptive reminders work as well as interruptive ones, reducing doctor burnout while still improving statin prescribing.
What could go wrong: This is a completed trial comparing reminder types, not testing a new drug. The results may not apply to all clinics or patients, and the effect on actual heart health is not directly measured.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Hypercholesterolemia hyperlipidemia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CHOLESTEROL, ELEVATED CLINICAL DECISION SUPPORT EDUCATION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Nashville, Tennessee, 37203, United States

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