Can virtual doctor visits match In-Person care for rheumatic diseases?
NCT ID NCT04704544
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether video or phone visits (tele-rheumatology) work as well as in-person visits for people with rheumatic diseases like arthritis. Over 650 adults took part, and researchers measured how satisfied they were with each type of visit and which they preferred. The goal was to help doctors and patients decide the best way to deliver care during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama, 35294, United States
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