Physician perceptions and practices in management of diabetes in India: Results from the IMPROVE Control program
- A G Unnikrishnan
- S K Wangnoo
- S R Joshi
- S Banerjee
- A Kumar
- S Kalra
- R Channabasavaiah
- R Shetty
DOIAbstract
Introduction: The impact of IMPROVE Control Training program was evaluated by a non-interventional study and validated by a physician perception questionnaire. From a survey on 1086 physicians providing diabetes care in India, we report their practices and perceptions about diabetes care and insulin therapy. Materials and Methods: The responses were collected using a questionnaire validated by the IMPROVE Control Steering Committee. Results: Majority [558 (51.4%)] of the physicians accepted the ADA defined HbA1c target of <7% as the standard for good glycemic control in their practice. However, 541 (49.8%) of the physicians agreed that only 20-40% of their patients were able to achieve this target. For patients who do not achieve the glycem...
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