Feasibility of The Health Integrated Nutrition and Kidney Wellness Program
Recruiting · Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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Most need no insurance or papers
Legal status usually isn't required; we'll tell you each study's requirements
Interpreters available
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Your choice
Voluntary — you can stop anytime
What is this study?
Purpose of the Study: This clinical trial will test whether a nutrition and kidney health program can work well for adults with kidney disease. The program was created with help from patients and community partners.
It is , overseen by an independent and licensed medical staff.
Read the full clinical description
Purpose of the Study: This clinical trial will test whether a nutrition and kidney health program can work well for adults with kidney disease. The program was created with help from patients and community partners. Main Questions: How many eligible patients choose to join the program? How many participants finish the full 12-week program? How satisfied are participants with the program? What Participants Will Do: Participants will be assigned to a diet-focused lifestyle education series (THINK-Well Intervention) or enhance usual care. THINK-Well Intervention group will take part in 7 group education sessions over 12 weeks. Sessions will be online and in-person. Topics include eating to promote heart-kidney-and metabolic health, managing long-term health conditions, setting health goals, and sharing experiences with others who have chronic disease. Participants will practice meal preparation through cooking classes and have opportunity to apply lessons on choosing whole foods with food bucks provided. The enhanced usual care group will receive two virtual nutrition education sessions led by a trained educator over 12 weeks. Topics will be similar to standard education provided to people with kidney disease managed by a kidney doctor. Topics will be adapted from established resources from the National Kidney Foundation, American Kidney Fund, and American Heart Association.
Who this study is looking for
In plain language, from the study's own rules. The study team confirms the full details with you — this isn't a final yes or no.
✅ You may be able to join if…
- •Adults age 18 or older who receive care at UPMC Clinic.
- •People with non-dialysis chronic kidney disease (CKD) based on lab results: eGFR ≤ 60 ml/min/1.73m2.
- •People who also meet at least one of these: uncontrolled diabetes (HbA1c ≥ 7.5%), high blood pressure (12-month average ≥130/80 mmHg), overweight/obesity, or positive screening for food insecurity.
- •People in the research coordinator–screened readiness-to-change stages: contemplation, preparation, action, or maintenance.
🚫 You may not be able to join if…
- •People currently on dialysis.
- •People who plan to start dialysis within the next 6 months.
- •People planning to get a kidney transplant within the next 6 months.
- •People in the pre-contemplative stage of change (low commitment stage).
Are you a good fit?
Simplified highlights. The study team always confirms the full details with you.
- ✓Adults roughly 18–any age
- ✓Have Obesity / overweight or High blood pressure or Kidney disease
What to expect, step by step
- 1
Usually a few weeks
The study team checks whether the study is a good fit for you, with a visit and sometimes lab tests. You can ask any questions before deciding.
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Treatment
If you join and choose to continue, you receive the study treatment and are watched closely by medical staff.
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Follow-up
After treatment, the team checks on your health and confirms the visit schedule with you. You can leave the study at any point.
Has this treatment been tested before?
The study team can share what safety testing has been done so far.
What you need to know before you apply
What is this study testing?+
Purpose of the Study: This clinical trial will test whether a nutrition and kidney health program can work well for adults with kidney disease. The program was created with help from patients and community partners.
Is it safe? Who makes sure of that?+
This is a research study. Every study is reviewed and monitored by an independent ethics board (called an IRB) whose job is to protect participants, and care is overseen by licensed medical staff. You'll be told the known risks before you agree to anything, and you can stop at any time.
Will I get a placebo instead of the real treatment?+
Some studies compare a treatment against a placebo (an inactive version), and some don't. If this one does, the study team will explain your chances of receiving the active treatment before you decide. Nothing is hidden from you.
Do I have to stop taking my current medications?+
It depends on the study. Some let you stay on your current medications and some ask you to adjust them. Never stop a medication on your own — the study team will review everything with you first.
Does it cost anything? Will I be paid?+
Study-related care is provided at no cost to you. Some studies also pay for your time; the coordinator can tell you if this one does. You should never be asked to pay to take part.
Do I need insurance? Will anyone ask about my immigration status?+
No. You do not need health insurance to take part in a research study, and you will not be asked about your immigration status to join. Taking part is about whether you're a medical fit for the study.
What if English isn't my first language?+
You have the right to understand everything before you agree. Study sites can often provide materials or an interpreter in your language — you can ask the coordinator for one.
Is my information private?+
Yes. Your health information is only shared with the study sites you choose to be contacted by, and only to help match and enroll you. It is never sold, and you can ask us to delete it at any time.
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · NCT07518719 · Locations: Pennsylvania