Virtual coach may boost Pre-Surgery weight loss in hernia patients
NCT ID NCT05797974
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a virtual coach delivered through MyChart helps obese patients lose weight before ventral hernia surgery. Researchers compared the virtual coach to standard weight loss tools in 32 patients. The goal was to see if the coach leads to more weight loss and fewer hospital readmissions after surgery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
virtual weight loss coach via MyChart
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could provide an effective, low-cost tool to help patients lose weight before surgery, potentially lowering surgical risks and hospital readmissions.
What could go wrong
This was a small, completed study with only 32 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The virtual coach's effectiveness depends on patient engagement and digital access.
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University of Florida Jacksonville
Jacksonville, Florida, 32209, United States