Cost evaluation of providing evidence‐based dietetic services for weight management in adults: In‐person versuseHealth delivery

Abstract

Although it is initially more expensive to establish an eHealth service mode, the overall reoccurring costs per patient for delivery of best-practice weight management were lower compared to the in-person mode. This theoretical cost evaluation establishes preliminary evidence to support alternative obesity management service models using eHealth technologies. Further research is required to determine the feasibility, efficacy and cost-effectiveness of these models within dietetic practice.

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“…Given the increasing costs to the health system, we need new ways of providing nutrition and dietetic support to individuals, communities and for population health. A way forwards may be in the field of eHealth delivery, as described by Rollo et al 27 as a cost-effective means to deliver weight management in older adults. This may include telephone health service delivery, described in the study by Miller et al 28 to address hyperlipidaemia and cardiovascular health, or by other means such as computers, smart phone technology and iPads.…”