A collaborative care model for patients with Type-2 diabetes.
The research on diabetes has shown the need to move from a traditional medical model to a patient-team orientation. This has led to a number of collaborative programs targeting the patient and family's comprehensive needs. This paper details one collaborative care program for underserved patients with Type-2 diabetes set in rural, eastern North Carolina. Roles of the therapeutic team are incorporated along with a case example highlighting the bio-psychosocial-spiritual model in action. Sustainability, challenges, and strengths are included to facilitate a realistic appraisal of the program.
Phelps
Kenneth W
KW
Department of Child Development and Family Relations, East Carolina University, USA. kwp0915@ecu.edu
Howell
Cathy D
CD
Hill
Stephanie G
SG
Seemann
Tina S
TS
Lamson
Angela L
AL
Hodgson
Jennifer L
JL
Smith
Doug A
DA
D001741:Black or African American; D003924:Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2 / Q000208:ethnology / Q000628:therapy*; D005192:Family Health; D006630:Hispanic or Latino; D006801:Humans; D008507:Medically Underserved Area; D009657:North Carolina; D010348:Patient Care Team; D010865:Pilot Projects; D019035:Rural Health Services