Research
Health Improvement Project (HIP): A Study for the Evaluation of Treatments for Severe Obesity for BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York Members
PI |
Michael Noe, MD, MPH |
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Funding Agency |
BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York |
Period |
9/1/05 - 8/31/09 |
HIP is a clinical trial designed to provide an evaluation of intensive medical treatment for participants with severe obesity who would otherwise qualify as candidates for obesity surgery and who are covered by BlueCross BlueShield (BCBS) of Western New York. We will compare four management approaches – 1) intensive diet, behavioral therapy and medication, 2) intensive diet and behavioral treatment, 3) diet, behavioral therapy and medication and 4) diet and behavioral therapy. Participants are enrolled for a three year treatment. They will be evaluated at specified time points and medical treatments will be given at the Center for Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health and Health Professions at the University at Buffalo, State University of New York.
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