Keywords

ambulatory care, diabetes, quality improvement

 

Authors

  1. Ludwig-Beymer, Patti RN, PhD
  2. Arndt, Diane M. RN, MS, CS, CDE

Abstract

Diabetes mellitus affects approximately 16 million people in the United States. Despite the publication of multiple guidelines, the delivery of care has not substantially changed. This article describes a program at Advocate Health Care to improve the delivery of care to individuals with Type 2 diabetes mellitus in an ambulatory setting. Using a variety of continuous quality improvement tools, this project enhances partnerships between patients and health care providers.