Renal and Retinal Complications in Insulin-Dependent Diabetes Mellitus: The Art of Changing the Outcome

Abstract

Over the past decade much has been learned about the relationship between good glycemic control and the alter ation or prevention of long-term renal and retinal complications of insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus. The challenge for diabetes health professionals is to translate knowledge into improved patient care. A model program, using a multidisciplinary team approach, is presented to show how the art of changing the outcome can be incorporated into each patient encounter through screening, education, and counseling.