Phenotype-Tailored Lifestyle Intervention for Obesity

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to develop an evidence-based precision medicine approach for obesity that enhances weight loss and promotes weight loss maintenance. 

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Adults aged 18-65 year old with obesity (BMI greater or equal to 30kg/m2) without or with controlled chronic conditions (e.g., controlled hypertension).

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Weight change greater than 3% in the previous 3 months (weight stable).
  • History of bariatric surgery including lap band and bariatric endoscopy.
  • Significant untreated psychiatric dysfunction including mood disorders, substance use disorders, binge eating disorders, and bulimia (The Questionnaire on Eating and Weight Patterns-Revised 98.
  • Current use of anti-obesity or type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) pharmacotherapy, medications known to affect weight (e.g., steroids)
  • A positive score on the AUDIT-C (alcohol screening questionnaire) questionnaire.
  • Patient has a known history of any condition or factor judged by the investigator to preclude participation in the study or which might hinder study adherence.

Note: Other protocol defined Inclusion/Exclusion Criteria may apply.

Eligibility last updated 2/29/2024. Questions regarding updates should be directed to the study team contact.

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location Status Contact

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Andres Acosta, M.D., Ph.D.

Open for enrollment

Contact information:

Megan Schaefer

(507) 266-6004

RSTWEIGHTLOSS@mayo.edu

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