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Obesity & Overweight Clinical Trial in Boston, MA

Access cutting-edge obesity & overweight treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Boston. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Tufts University

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  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Boston

    Convenient for MA residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

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  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Boston site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Obesity & Overweight Study in Boston

The proposed project aims to implement and evaluate a novel, family-based lifestyle medicine intervention integrating group Shared Medical Appointments (SMAs) for parents and adolescents with a twelve-month medically tailored groceries (MTG) and six-month culinary medicine Food is Medicine program. The intervention provides adolescent weight wellness treatment through a holistic, community engaged approach leveraging family connection, clinical care, and nutrition support. Monthly SMAs will include time for parents and adolescents to meet independently and conclude together. These visits will be co-led by physicians, dietitians, and health professionals. Parents will receive the Ardmore Institute's Full Plate Living program while adolescents receive Tufts Pediatrics Strong, Positive and Resilient Kids (SPARK) Weight Wellness program. The SMA format is reimbursable, fosters peer support, enhances patient-provider interaction, and allows efficient delivery of education and care. Each session will include nutrition and lifestyle education, review of individualized weight care plans, and proactive goal setting tailored to adults, adolescents, and families.

Sponsor: Tufts University

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

For children:
Child aged 12-17 years at time of enrollment (inclusive)
BMI ≥ 95% for age and sex based on CDC growth charts
Comfortable speaking and reading English (due to limitations in intervention materials and qualitative data collection tools)
Child is an active patient at Tufts Medical Center
Child can provide assent, Willing and able to participate in the 18-month study, including attendance at scheduled in-person or telehealth sessions
Access to a device with internet capability (e.g., computer, tablet, or smartphone) to engage with online intervention For parents or guardians:
Age 18+ at time of enrollment
Primary caregiver is the legal guardian of the child
Comfortable speaking and reading English (due to limitations in intervention materials and qualitative data collection tools)
Can provide consent, Willing and able to participate in the 12-month study, including attendance at scheduled in-person or telehealth sessions
Access to a device with internet capability (e.g., computer, tablet, or smartphone) to engage with online intervention components.

Exclusion Criteria

For Children:
Participation is medically or developmentally inappropriate, including but not limited to: Severe intellectual disability or cognitive impairment preventing meaningful participation, Active eating disorder diagnosis or concerning disordered eating behaviors, Severe physical limitations or mobility impairments that would limit participation in lifestyle activities, Active unmanaged psychiatric condition (e.g., acute suicidality or psychosis) that may interfere with participation or consent
Planned bariatric surgery or other weight loss procedures during the 12-month study period
Child is currently pregnant or plans to become so in the next 12 months
Plans to relocate or transfer care away from the participating clinic during the 12-month study period
Concurrent participation in another weight management clinical trial that could confound results or interfere with study activities
Parent is unwilling or unable to participate in the study
Child is a parent (has their own child), is in the armed forces, or lives independently and manages their own affairs (emancipated)
Child is a foster child, in state custody, or has an open DCF case pending as identified in the electronic medical record or disclosed verbally by child or guardian. For parent:
Severe intellectual disability or cognitive impairment preventing meaningful participation
Plans to relocate or transfer care away from the participating clinic during the 12-month study period
Unwilling or unable to participate in the study.

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Boston?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT07717658) has an active research site in Boston, MA that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Obesity & Overweight Treatment Options in Boston, MA

If you're searching for obesity & overweight treatment options in Boston, MA, this clinical trial (NCT07717658) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Boston research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced obesity & overweight specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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