Department of Endocrinology, GluCare Integrated Diabetes Center, 268 Al Wasl Road, Jumeirah Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Rapid Communication
Managing Diabetes in a Virtual and Physical Setting
Author(s): Caccelli M*, Said Y, Mojado J, Palsky C, Hashemi A and Almarzooqi I
Introduction: Many factors have contributed to the global increase
of Diabetes Mellitus (DM) and metabolic disorders worldwide. In the
United Arab Emirates (UAE), the International rapid urbanization and
socioeconomic development has led to an increased prevalence of diabetes,
reaching 16.3%. In line with global patterns, adherence to recommended
diabetes management in the UAE remains a challenge with low compliance.
Clinical inertia, ineffective health system programs, lack of performance
based reimbursement models, and outdated communication tools for
physicians and patients are responsible for diabetes treatment failure
over many years. Single-biomarker remote monitoring strategies, such as
glucose monitoring, have demonstrated reduced medical spending due to
lower mean glucose values. The GluCare care model encompasses two
compo.. View More»
DOI:
10.35248/2155-6156.1000925
