Table 1 Descriptions of models of care
Model of care | Description |
|---|---|
General practice based care | Initiation and management of insulin by a GP +/- the assistance of a practice nurse |
GP with a special interest in diabetes | GP that provides a clinical service beyond the scope of conventional general practice and can receive referrals from other GPs |
Diabetes nurse educator (DNE) | Referral to a DNE to initiate and manage insulin in conjunction with a GP |
Specialist shared care | Referral to a specialist (general physician or endocrinologist +/- DNE) for a one off consultation and provision of a management plan so that the GP can manage insulin |
Specialist outreach | Referral to a specialist (general physician or endocrinologist +/- DNE) who conducts sessions within a general practice clinic |
Specialist routine care | Referral to a specialist (general physician or endocrinologist +/- DNE) to take on primary responsibility of insulin initiation and ongoing management |