Self-Management, Adherence, and the Role of Pharmaceutical Care in Patients with T2DM in Primary Practice: A Cross-Sectional Survey in Bulgaria

Despite good pharmacological adherence and self-reported awareness, gaps remain in lifestyle-related self-management and patient education. The findings support an expanded role for pharmacists in diabetes care, particularly through structured educational and counseling interventions to enhance self-management and complement physician-led treatment.

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Pharmacy
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2026-02-12
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https://doi.org/10.3390/pharmacy14010035
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Diabetes Management and Education
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Self-Management, Adherence, and the Role of Pharmaceutical Care in Patients with T2DM in Primary Practice: A Cross-Sectional Survey in Bulgaria

Valentina Boyanova Petkova, Petya Milushewa, Nataliya Chenesheva
Pharmacy
Diabetes Management and Education
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Self-Management, Adherence, and the Role of Pharmaceutical Care in Patients with T2DM in Primary Practice: A Cross-Sectional Survey in Bulgaria

Valentina Boyanova Petkova, Petya Milushewa, Nataliya Chenesheva
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Abstract

Despite good pharmacological adherence and self-reported awareness, gaps remain in lifestyle-related self-management and patient education. The findings support an expanded role for pharmacists in diabetes care, particularly through structured educational and counseling interventions to enhance self-management and complement physician-led treatment.

PharmacyVol. 14(1)
Medical University of Sofia (BG)
Openalex Percentile: Top 60%
Diabetes Management and Education
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