Diabetic nephropathy is the leading cause of kidney disease in patients starting renal
replacement therapy and affects∼ 40% of type 1 and type 2 diabetic patients. It increases …

▪ Abstract Hypertension is the leading cause of cardiovascular disease worldwide. Prior to
1990, population data suggest that hypertension prevalence was decreasing; however …

The article explores effective diabetes care in the context of comorbidities. Framework for
understanding the influence of comorbid chronic conditions on diabetic patients' medical …

Background—Individuals with diabetes mellitus are at 2-to 3-fold increased risk for
cardiovascular disease (CVD) relative to those without diabetes. Our objective was to …

BACKGROUND The majority of older adults have 2 or more chronic conditions and among
patients with diabetes, 40% have at least three. OBJECTIVE We sought to understand how …

BACKGROUND: For patients with chronic illnesses, it is hypothesized that effective patient‐
provider collaboration contributes to improved patient self‐care by promoting greater …

OBJECTIVE—To identify problems faced by older adults with diabetes due to out-of-pocket
medication costs. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS—In this cross-sectional national …

PURPOSE: To assess the efficacy of a pharmacist-led, primary care–based, disease
management program to improve cardiovascular risk factors and glycated hemoglobin …

Objective: To evaluate the effect of case management by a clinical pharmacist on glycemic
control and preventive measures in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Study Design …

Background Patients with diabetes and depression often have self-management needs that
require between-visit support. This study evaluated the impact of telephone-delivered …