Virtual coach may boost Pre-Surgery weight loss in hernia patients

NCT ID NCT05797974

Completed Disease control Sponsor: University of Florida Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

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

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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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Hernia, Ventral Obesity obesity disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

OBESITY VENTRAL HERNIA

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Florida Jacksonville

Jacksonville, Florida, 32209, United States

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