AN OVERVIEW OF PERSON-CENTERED DIABETES EDUCATION DELIVERY AMONG PATIENTS AND PARAMEDICS OF SILIGURI

Abstract

People with diabetes depend largely on themselves to implement their disease therapy. Therefore, self-treatment behavior is a critical component of diabetes management. Diabetes education improves their lifestyle, dietary choices, and exercise routine which dictates the disease prognosis. However, the disease management must be individualized for optimal outcomes. In this article, we describe the means of facilitating tailored treatment by delivering diabetes education at the local level in a tier 2 city in West Bengal, Siliguri. We elucidate how we currently manage a varied patient group. We also make an effort to educate the paramedics who are the very rst healthcare professionals to interact with the patients. From my clinical experience, I believe that we evolve as Physicians every day, meeting the patient's needs and individualizing treatment with our technical expertise and empathy.