Primary care physicians are one of the most important sources of ongoing treatment, management, and information for patients with diabetes. Primary care physicians are trained to provide continuous and comprehensive care and can help patients manage their diabetes over the long-term and avoid complications. The Campaign and its partners will work with primary care physicians across the State to provide them with the tools and support they need to improve diabetes care and outcomes. Specifically, the Campaign will help physicians and practices achieve these outcomes and processes for their patients with diabetes:
·Hemoglobin A1c at least below 9.0% and preferably below 7.0% when appropriate
·Blood pressure at or below 140/90 mm Hg and preferably below 130/80 mm Hg
·LDL cholesterol at or below 130 mg/dL and preferably below 100 mg/dL
·Eye examination
·Foot examination
·Nephropathy assessment
·Smoking status and cessation advice or treatment
If you are a primary care physician or part of a primary care practice and would like help improving outcomes for your patients with diabetes, contact one of the Campaign's Clinical Partners:
This Community Health Care Association of New York State (CHCANYS) webinar examines diabetes and its effect on the feet and the role of podiatric medicine in patient care. The webinar offers primary care providers, nurses, and health educators information to help identify and stop pedal problems in the primary care setting. Presented by Dr.Craig Herman, director of podiatry at Community Healthcare Network, the webinar is part of the CHCANYS Diabetes Learning Series.
