Pip care app to improve surgery recovery
This study tests a smartphone app called Pip that helps patients prepare for and recover from major surgery. It aims to improve outcomes by guiding you through your surgical journey.
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Who can take part
- Be 18 years or older
- Have a planned, non-emergency surgery scheduled within the next 2 to 6 months
- Your surgery is one of these types: complex abdominal surgery, gynecologic cancer surgery, chest/lung surgery, spine surgery, or joint replacement surgery
- Have daily access to a smartphone or tablet
- Be able to read and understand English
- Be able to use a smartphone or tablet on your own or with help every day
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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