RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06740435

Enhancing Telemedicine for T2D

Pilot Study Enhancing Telemedicine Care Delivery for Adults With Complex Type 2 Diabetes

Sponsor

University of Pittsburgh

Enrollment

50 participants

Start Date

Feb 3, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Type 2 Diabetes

Summary

The goal of this pilot clinical trial is to assess feasibility of an intervention to deliver comprehensive, high-quality diabetes care through telemedicine among adults with type 2 diabetes who use insulin and have multiple chronic health conditions. The main question it aims to answer is: Is an enhanced telemedicine intervention for type 2 diabetes compared to usual telemedicine care feasible? Researchers will compare the enhanced telemedicine intervention to usual telemedicine care to see if there are differences in patient satisfaction or preliminary clinical outcomes. Participants will complete 2-3 telemedicine diabetes care visits over approximately 6 months, as well as complete survey measures with each diabetes care visit. Patients in the intervention group will also receive additional support, including pre-visit preparation phone calls, diabetes self-management education and support aligned with their visits, and post-visit follow-up calls.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 80 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study tests an enhanced telemedicine program for adults with type 2 diabetes who use insulin and have poor blood sugar control. The program uses video visits and remote monitoring tools to help patients manage their diabetes from home, especially those with multiple chronic conditions. **You may be eligible if...** - You are between 18 and 80 years old - You have type 2 diabetes with an HbA1c of 8% or higher (indicating blood sugar is not well controlled) - You use insulin to manage your diabetes - You have at least 2 other chronic health conditions - You have access to a smartphone, tablet, or computer for video appointments - You live in Pennsylvania **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You are over 80 years old - You do not use insulin - You do not have access to video-enabled devices or the internet - You live outside Pennsylvania Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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Interventions

OTHEREnhanced Telemedicine for Type 2 Diabetes

Telemedicine-based endocrinology specialty care for type 2 diabetes with multidisciplinary diabetes care team support including pre-visit preparation, in-visit support and self-management education, and post-visit follow-up.

OTHERUsual Telemedicine Endocrinology Care for T2D

Routine telemedicine-based endocrinology specialty care for type 2 diabetes, generally consisting of synchronous virtual visit with an endocrinologist and additional support including self-management education on an individualized basis.