About this trial
The purpose of this study is to learn whether virtual Lifestyle medicine shared medical appointments (LMSMAs) can help people better manage their blood pressure and improve their overall health.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Current diagnosis of hypertension (ICD codes I10.0-I14.0 billed within the last 5 years Essential HTN, Essential HTN, Primary HTN)
Currently receives care at a UTPhysicians; Last seen by a PCP at Victory location within the last 1 year.
Able to participate in a virtual format
Willingness to participate and engage in home blood pressure monitoring
Disqualifiers
Unstable cardiovascular disease (recent Myocardial Infarction (MI), unstable angina, decompensated HF)
Advanced Chronic kidney disease (CKD) (eGFR < 30) without nephrology co-management
Active cancer treatment
Severe cognitive impairment (unable to engage)
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Lifestyle Medicine Virtual group
- Usual Care Group