Using a phone tool to improve stress control in doctors
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether changing your heart-rate patterns using a phone tool can help doctors better manage stress. You may be asked to use study methods for a period of time to see if stress improves.
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Who can take part
- You must be a UPMC attending physician or a medical resident
- You must have either an iPhone or an Android phone
- You must be willing and able to take part in the study
- You cannot currently own an Apollo device
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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