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Implementation of a Telemedicine Tool in Primary Care for Older Adults (ESOGER-PC Trial)

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Led By Nadia Sourial, PhD

Research Sponsored by Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM)

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

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Must have

Be older than 65 years old

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up the eq-5d will be measured at study entry (time 0) and at study follow-up (3 months) for both the intervention and control group.

Awards & highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial aims to evaluate the ESOGER telehealth tool, which helps doctors assess the health and social needs of older adults over the phone. The study focuses on patients aged 65 and above, particularly those in rural areas who may have difficulty accessing healthcare. By using ESOGER, doctors can better understand and address their patients' needs, potentially improving their quality of life and autonomy.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ the eq-5d will be measured at study entry (time 0) and at study follow-up (3 months) for both the intervention and control group.

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~the eq-5d will be measured at study entry (time 0) and at study follow-up (3 months) for both the intervention and control group.

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and the eq-5d will be measured at study entry (time 0) and at study follow-up (3 months) for both the intervention and control group. for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

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Primary study objectives

Change from baseline quality of life score at 3 months

Awards & Highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.

Trial Design

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: Intervention groupExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Patients 65 years old and older will receive a pre-consultation screening questionnaire by phone prior to their virtual or in-person visit. A summary report based on the results of the questionnaire will be placed in the patient electronic chart for use by the clinician at the time of visit.

Group II: Control GroupActive Control1 Intervention

Usual care in the primary care clinic

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