Virtual Lifestyle Medicine Group Visits for High Blood Pressure
Sponsored by The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
About this study
The purpose of this study is to learn whether virtual Lifestyle medicine shared medical appointments (LMSMAs) can help people better manage their blood pressure and improve their overall health.
Where this study is enrolling
- I'm interested
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Houston, Texas
Who can participate
Inclusion criteria
- ✓Current diagnosis of hypertension (ICD codes I10.0-I14.0 billed within the last 5 years Essential HTN, Essential HTN, Primary HTN)
- ✓Currently receives care at a UTPhysicians; Last seen by a PCP at Victory location within the last 1 year.
- ✓Able to participate in a virtual format
- ✓Willingness to participate and engage in home blood pressure monitoring
Exclusion criteria
- ✕Unstable cardiovascular disease (recent Myocardial Infarction (MI), unstable angina, decompensated HF)
- ✕Advanced Chronic kidney disease (CKD) (eGFR \< 30) without nephrology co-management
- ✕Active cancer treatment
- ✕Severe cognitive impairment (unable to engage)
- ✕Uncontrolled psychiatric illness (e.g., active psychosis)
- ✕Resistant hypertension (requiring\> 3 medications at maximum doses)
- ✕Unable to participate in English class format
- ✕Unstable internet or lack of smartphone
Only the research team can confirm whether you qualify. The intake questionnaire is the best way to find out.
Completing a questionnaire on Clinably does not enroll you in a clinical trial or confirm your eligibility. Only the research team can determine whether you qualify to participate. These results are based on the information you provide and are intended to help you start a conversation with the research team.
Trial data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.