Prospects of Teleconsultation in the Management of Diabetes Mellitus

Abstract: The rise and increasing prevalence of chronic diseases have transformed the healthcare delivery system, leading to the emergence of various modalities. This study aims to provide an over-view of patient-centered care by focusing on diabetes self-management education, drawing insights from existing literature on lifestyle modifications, exercise, dietary changes, glycemic index manage-ment, and raising awareness about hypoglycemia. It also highlights the possibilities and needs of teleconsultation and telemedicine for a better health outcome. Further, achieving this desired success requires close collaboration between patients and a well-coordinated physician team, which may in-clude physicians, dieticians, nephrologists, endocrinologists, health educators, ophthalmologists, trained counsellors, clinical pharmacists, and psychiatrists. Working together, they can ensure com-prehensive care and better outcomes for patients with diabetes. Bringing together these experts to care for patients may represent an ideal scenario in healthcare settings. Moreover, assembling such teams could foster patient trust and enhance the acceptability of teleconsultation and telepharmacy services.