May 7, 2020
Western Pacific
Publication
Engaging and empowering people and communities,
Reorienting the model of care,
Coordinating services within and across sectors,
Creating an enabling environment
Challenges to Introducing Integrated Diabetes Care to an Inner-Regional Area in South Western Sydney, Australia
Diabetes care often requires collaboration between general practitioners, allied health professionals, nurses, and/or medical specialists. This study highlights the need to integrate new diabetes services with existing health activities in the community and the importance of allowing flexibility and regular contact with local healthcare professional and community to encourage their involvement.