Optimizing Glycemic Control: A Multidisciplinary Team Approach
31 December 2023
Project Categories
Care Continuum
Care Process & Redesign
Platform
Singapore Healthcare Management Congress
Cluster
SingHealth
To improve glycaemic control in diabetics from HbA1c ≥ 14.0% to HbA1c ≤ 8% through multidisciplinary interventions. Multidisciplinary interventions improve glycemic control and overall patient outcomes, highlighting the need for holistic care.
Year Submitted: 2023
Published Date: 31 December 2023
Tags: Care Continuum, Care Process ＆ Redesign, Intermediate and Long Term Care ＆ Community Care, Quality Improvement, Lean Methodology
About this Content
Aims
To improve glycaemic control in diabetics from HbA1c ≥ 14.0% to HbA1c ≤ 8% through multidisciplinary interventions.
Background
Diabetes management challenges include dietary issues, financial constraints, and lack of support.
Methods
Structured improvement methodology including MDT discussions, individual counseling, and community support integration.
Results
73% showed HbA1c improvement; 60% achieved HbA1c <8%; key interventions included diet modifications, financial support, and family engagement.
Conclusion
Multidisciplinary interventions improve glycemic control and overall patient outcomes, highlighting the need for holistic care.
Lessons Learnt
Multidisciplinary approaches address complex barriers to diabetes management effectively.
Additional Information
Singapore Healthcare Management Congress 2023 – 3rd Prize (Patient Experience category)
Keywords
Glycemic Control, Holistic Care
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | SingHealth |
Organization(s) Involved | SingHealth Polyclinics |
Platform(s) | Singapore Healthcare Management Congress |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Allied Health, Nursing, Pharmacy |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Endocrinology, Medical Social Workers |
Project Lead(s) | Tan Kwong Kent |
Project Member(s) | Lee Chu Foon |
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SSN Tan Kwong Kent - singaporehealthcaremanagement@singhealth.com.sg