Zoom checkups for diabetes: a game changer?
NCT ID NCT05183685
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether using Zoom for doctor visits (telecare) works as well as in-person visits for managing diabetes. 780 adults with diabetes in Hong Kong were assigned to either video consultations or usual face-to-face care. Researchers tracked blood sugar (HbA1c) and cholesterol levels over 84 weeks to see if telecare is a practical option for routine diabetes management.
What this could mean
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Active substance
telecare consultation via Zoom
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that remote video visits are a safe and effective way to manage diabetes in primary care, reducing the need for in-person appointments.
What could go wrong
This is a completed implementation study, not a treatment trial. It compares telecare to usual care, so it won't produce a new drug or cure. Results may not apply to patients without internet access or with severe complications.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Tuen Mun Hospital
Tuenmen, Hong Kong