Smart pens and telemedicine aim to tame diabetes in veterans
NCT ID NCT06918977
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether using a smart insulin pen (InPen) along with a continuous glucose monitor and telemedicine can improve blood sugar control in veterans with type 2 diabetes who take multiple daily insulin injections. Fifty participants will be randomly assigned to use either the smart pen or a traditional insulin pen, both with telemedicine support. The main goal is to see if the smart pen leads to a greater drop in HbA1c, a key measure of blood sugar control.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Smart insulin pen (InPen) with continuous glucose monitor and telemedicine
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that combining smart insulin pens with telemedicine helps people with type 2 diabetes achieve better blood sugar control and fewer complications.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The smart pen relies on user input and technology, which could lead to errors or be less effective in some patients.
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Baltimore VA Maryland Center
RECRUITINGBaltimore, Maryland, 21201, United States
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VAMHCS, Diabetes Outpatient Clinic
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGBaltimore, Maryland, 21201, United States
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