Dr. Ashley Thorsell, MD

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Sansum Diabetes Research Institute

Studies Type 2 Diabetes
Studies Mental Health Issue
2 reported clinical trials
2 drugs studied

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Sansum Diabetes Research Institute

Clinical Trials Ashley Thorsell, MD is currently running

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Diabetes Management App

for Type 2 Diabetes

The goal of this clinical trial is to compare those using a diabetes management smartphone application (mySugr) to those not using the application. This smartphone application is for Spanish-literate adults with poorly controlled, non-intensively treated type 2 diabetes. The main question\[s\] that it aims to answer are: * What is the impact of the use of mySugr (a smartphone-based application or app) with structured blood glucose monitoring on diabetes self-management among Hispanic/Latino adults with poorly controlled, non-intensively treated T2D? * Will diabetes self-management be more effective for those using mySugr (the Active group) compared to those not using mySugr (the Control group) over a 12-week study period? Participants will be screened and enrolled if they are eligible; they will have the study explained to them in Spanish or English and have time to ask questions and then sign an informed consent form. Clinical measurements (including height, weight, and blood pressure) and hemoglobin A1c will be done. All subjects will be given a blood glucose meter, lancing device, and blood glucose strips for the meter, and they will also receive an electronic scale. Several questionnaires will be answered. If a subject is randomly assigned to the Active group, they will download the mySugr Pro app in Spanish to their smartphone and be trained in its use. They will receive education focused on paired (before and 2 hours after a meal) blood glucose testing, which participants will conduct twice a day for 6 days and once a month for 3 months. Participants will continue structured blood glucose testing with the mySugr PRO app for 12 weeks, and they will have 3 virtual visits in Spanish with mySugr PRO coaches who will review the blood glucose records and advise the subjects. Subjects in the Control group will not receive the mySugr PRO app or coaching. They will continue with their usual diabetes management. All subjects will return after 12 weeks to return the scale and have a close-out visit with clinical measurements and questionnaires. Subjects will also receive a disturbance allowance for their time and participation.
Recruiting1 award N/A8 criteria

More about Ashley Thorsell, MD

Clinical Trial Related1 year of experience running clinical trials · Led 2 trials as a Principal Investigator · 1 Active Clinical Trial
Treatments Ashley Thorsell, MD has experience with
  • CBT-based Lifestyle Intervention
  • Smartphone Diabetes Management Application

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need insurance to participate in a trial?
Almost all clinical trials will cover the cost of the ‘trial drug’ — so no insurance is required for this. For trials where this trial drug is given alongside an already-approved medication, there may be a cost (which your insurance would normally cover).
What does Ashley Thorsell, MD specialize in?
Ashley Thorsell, MD focuses on Type 2 Diabetes and Mental Health Issue. In particular, much of their work with Type 2 Diabetes has involved treating patients, or patients who are undergoing treatment.
Is Ashley Thorsell, MD currently recruiting for clinical trials?
Yes, Ashley Thorsell, MD is currently recruiting for 1 clinical trial in Santa Barbara California. If you're interested in participating, you should apply.
Are there any treatments that Ashley Thorsell, MD has studied deeply?
Yes, Ashley Thorsell, MD has studied treatments such as CBT-based lifestyle intervention, Smartphone diabetes management application.
What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Ashley Thorsell, MD?
Apply for one of the trials that Ashley Thorsell, MD is conducting.
What is the office address of Ashley Thorsell, MD?
The office of Ashley Thorsell, MD is located at: Sansum Diabetes Research Institute, Santa Barbara, California 93105 United States. This is the address for their practice at the Sansum Diabetes Research Institute.
Is there any support for travel costs?
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