Diabetes care model in Malaysia
http://dx.doi.org/10.15605/jafes.30.02.09
- Author:
Siew Pheng Chan
1
Author Information
1. Department of Medicine, University of Malaya Medical Centre, Kuala Lumpur
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Diabetes care;
Diabetes educator;
Integrated service
- MeSH:
Patient Participation
- From:
Journal of the ASEAN Federation of Endocrine Societies
2015;30(2):100-104
- CountryPhilippines
- Language:English
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Abstract:
With the highest prevalence of diabetes in the region, Malaysia faces a massive task ahead to care for its people
afflicted with the disorder. For a successful Diabetes Care model to work, it requires a well-established functioning
multidisciplinary team comprising Endocrinologists/Physicians/Family Medicine Specialist Physicians, Diabetes Nurse
Educators, Dietitians, Pharmacists, and others such as Podiatrists are needed to provide broad ranging services.
Although we have many such individuals trained and working independently, these services are fragmented. What is
required is coordination and integration of these services to enable patients’ access in a timely manner. The Disease
Control Division, Ministry of Health continues to play a central role – coordinating and funding these initiatives. What is
desperately needed are more certified Diabetes Nurse Educators to manage the overall care of the patients as well as
to provide key diabetes education that enable patient-empowerment to improve self-care, compliance, and ultimately
result in better lives.
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