Abstract
Patient’s perception toward the role of the diabetes educator (DE) determine their reception and compliance of the training received. Objective: To understand how individuals with diabetes identify the DE role. Methods: Cross-sectional survey conducted in National Guards outpatient clinics in 3 major Saudi cities. Results: 411 patients: 58.2% T1DM, 34.6% T2DM, 3.6% GDM, 63.4% female, 46% Conclusions: Most patients appreciate the diabetes educator role in their management. DE should be supported and empowered. More research needed on impact on patient outcomes. Disclosure R. Alamoudi: None. M. A. Alawad: None. F. J. Alhaider: None. S. A. Khashwayn: None.
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