GLP-1 receptor agonist therapy for obesity via direct-to-consumer telemedicine: Clinical characteristics and treatment outcomes
This study demonstrates the potential effectiveness and accessibility of DTC telemedicine for obesity treatment using liraglutide, though gastrointestinal side effects were common. The findings support the use of DTC platforms for weight management, yet further research with longer follow-up and professional evaluation is necessary to confirm long-term safety and efficacy.
Authors
- Juan A. Bueren (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3228-7013)
- Finn Abeck (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7823-0736)
- Edward Garrahy
- Christian Wuelfing
- Monika Gratzke
- Bart Calewaert
Institutions
- Universität Hamburg (DE)
- Asklepios Klinik Altona (DE)
- University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (DE)
- Hollister (Germany) (DE)
- Semtech (Canada) (CA)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Digital Health
- Published
- 2025-04-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1177/20552076251382040
- Primary Topic
- Medication Adherence and Compliance
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00