ONLINE LIFESTYLE MODIFICATION INTERVENTION: SURVEY OF PRIMARY CARE PROVIDERS' ATTITUDES AND OPINIONS

Abstract:

Introduction: Online tools are an effective method for providing interventions to obese adult patients in primary care. Objective: to evaluate the response of primary care providers to a referral model for weight loss in obese adult patients. Methods: A 1-year online lifestyle intervention providing self-management support for weight loss was conducted. Results: Non-referring providers were more likely to report that their patients lacked computer skills (76%, 13/17 vs. 34%, 17/50). Conclusions: Understanding providers' views will facilitate the implementation of an online lifestyle modification intervention.

Año de publicación:

2022

Keywords:

• primary care. Source: DeCS
• Lifestyle
• intervention
• obesity

Fuente:

scopus