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August 26, 2025Frontiers in EndocrinologyOpen Access

Through the eyes of the patients: a qualitative study of diabetes patients’ experiences navigating the healthcare system

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PAP. V. AsharaniKRKumarasan RoystonnMRM.C. Subba Ramu

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Overview

Qualitative study explores unmet needs and patient-centered care in type 2 diabetes management, highlighting opportunities for improvement.

Key Points

  • Patients expressed a desire for greater patient-centered care in their diabetes management, indicating potential improvements in healthcare delivery.
  • The study revealed that the healthcare system effectively addresses initial care needs, yet significant service gaps persist during treatment and ongoing care.
  • In-depth interviews with 13 type 2 diabetes patients highlighted three critical stages of their healthcare journey, identifying various unmet needs along the way.
  • The analysis suggests that enhancing communication, personalizing care, and incorporating technology could better support diabetes self-care efforts.

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Asharani et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68af7c887567bf4f94ff3bf2https://doi.org/10.3389/fendo.2025.1588192
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