ArticleObesity science & practice2026
Real-World Outcomes of Telemedicine Shared Medical Appointments in Obesity Management.
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Abstract
Introduction: Shared Medical Appointments (SMAs) have recently emerged as a novel tool in weight management as they are efficient, bypass logistic barriers to physical attendance, decrease attrition, and are cost-effective. This study aimed to observe outcomes among patients enrolled in an insurance-based weight loss program, called Program for Reducing Obesity (PRO), utilizing telemedicine SMAs during a 12 month period of chronic weight management. Methods: Patients of age ≥ 18 years with BMI ≥ 30 kg/m Results: One hundred and nine patients, who had been enrolled in the program for about 18 months, were included in the study. The mean age was 62.40 ± 12.5 years. 73% were treated with obesity management medications. Patients attended an average of 10 classes through SMAs. 51% of patients had prediabetes, and 25% had Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (DM). The mean weight of patients at baseline was 97.54 ± 19 kg, with an average weight loss of 2.38 ± 4.78 kg (2.43%) and 4.47 ± 7.77 kg (4.55%) at 6 and 12 months ( Conclusion: This study showed that telemedicine SMAs are an effective and efficient method for promoting weight loss, even in the ongoing maintenance phase.
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