Virtual coach helps shed pounds before hernia surgery

NCT ID NCT05797974

First seen Nov 20, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 31 times

Summary

This study tested whether a virtual coach, accessed through a patient portal, could help people with obesity lose weight before ventral hernia surgery. Researchers compared weight loss over six months between those using the coach and those receiving usual care. The goal was to see if the coach leads to better weight loss and fewer hospital readmissions after surgery.

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Locations

  • University of Florida Jacksonville

    Jacksonville, Florida, 32209, United States

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