Web-based collaborative care for type 2 diabetes: a pilot randomized trial.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To test Web-based care management of glycemic control using a shared electronic medical record with patients who have type 2 diabetes.

Research design and methods

We conducted a trial of 83 adults with type 2 diabetes randomized to receive usual care plus Web-based care management or usual care alone between August 2002 and May 2004. All patients had GHb > or =7.0%, had Web access from home, and could use a computer with English language-based programs. Intervention patients received 12 months of Web-based care management. The Web-based program included patient access to electronic medical records, secure e-mail with providers, feedback on blood glucose readings, an educational Web site, and an interactive online diary for entering information about exercise, diet,

SUBMITTER: Ralston JD 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC2628685 | biostudies-literature | 2009 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature