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Do physicians understand Type 2 diabetes patients’ perceptions of seriousness; the emotional impact and needs for care improvement? A cross-national survey
Patient Education and Counselling, 10/21/2010
Hajos TRS et al. – Patients generally perceived diabetes as a serious condition and reported moderate distress. Physicians tended to underestimate patients’ perceived seriousness, while overestimating their level of distress. Physicians had difficulty estimating which diabetes complications concerned patients most, and what they needed to feel more confident about their diabetes. Patients did not wish for more consultation time, but rather active involvement, information and easy access to their physician. Results of this large survey highlight the importance of patient involvement and shared decision making.
