Development and Validation of a Culturally Adapted Patient-Reported Experience Measure for Diabetes Care in Thailand: Mixed-Methods Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Patient-centred care is essential for managing Type 2 diabetes, as it relies on understanding patients' experiences and perspectives. However, in Thailand, no culturally adapted patient-reported experience measure (PREM) exists to capture these insights and support quality improvement in diabetes care.

Objective

To develop and validate a culturally adapted PREM for Thai people with Type 2 diabetes receiving primary care.

Methods

This mixed-methods study was conducted at Saraphi Hospital, Chiang Mai, from July to December 2024. Stage 1 involved drafting the initial PREM based on a prior scoping review. In Stage 2, content validity was assessed by experts, and face validity was evaluated through patient interviews. Stage 3 involved a quantitative survey of pa

SUBMITTER: Tint SS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12947248 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature