Evaluating the Efficacy of GPT-based Nutrition and Diabetic Counseling in Gestational Diabetes Management: A Randomized Controlled Trial (AIM-GDM)
Montefiore Medical Center
Summary
The purpose of this study is to assess whether an AI based counseling service can be beneficial for patients to assist in management of gestational diabetes.
Description
Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) affects approximately 6-9% of pregnancies globally, posing significant risks to both maternal and neonatal health. Standard management includes dietary counseling, glucose monitoring, and insulin therapy when necessary. However, the rising prevalence of GDM and limited healthcare resources necessitate innovative solutions to supplement traditional care. Generative Pre-trained Transformers (GPTs), a type of large language model (LLM), offer personalized, real-time counseling and support. Recent advancements in AI have shown promise in various healthcare appli…
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18–45 years
- Sex
- Female
- Healthy volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria: * Women aged 18-45 * Diagnosed with GDM in pregnancy * Able to use a smartphone * Fluent in English or Spanish Exclusion Criteria: * Pre-existing diabetes * High-risk pregnancies due to other medical conditions * Inability to consent * Non-English and/or Non-Spanish speakers * No smartphone access
Interventions
- DeviceGPT-based counseling
AI-based counseling provided to the patient, accessible on their smartphone device at the time of Gestational Diabetes diagnosis
- OtherNutritional Counseling
Standard Nutritional Counselling provided by a registered dietician at the time of Gestational Diabetes diagnosis
Location
- Montefiore Medical CenterThe Bronx, New York