Transforming Diabetes Care: Pharmacist-Led Education and Its Impact on Patient Knowledge, Self-Management, and Health Outcomes (TRIPLE-CARE)

Shifa International Hospital

Status: Not yet enrolling

Conditions: Diabetes Mellitus

Treatments: Behavioral: Pharmacist led Education

Study type: Interventional

Funder types: Other

Identifiers

NCT06807333

318-24

Details and patient eligibility

About

This interventional study is to evaluate the impact of pharmacist-led education on diabetic patients' knowledge, self-management, and overall health outcomes. Participants in this study will attend pharmacist-led educational sessions designed to improve their understanding of diabetes and self-care practices. Researchers will assess changes in patients' knowledge, self-management behaviors, and clinical health markers before and after the intervention. The study will compare pre- and post-intervention results to determine the effectiveness of pharmacist-led education in transforming diabetes care.

Full description

The purpose of this study is to investigate whether pharmacist-led education can enhance the knowledge, self-management behaviors, and health outcomes of diabetic patients. Effective diabetes management requires a comprehensive understanding of the disease, adherence to lifestyle modifications, and consistent monitoring of health indicators. Poor knowledge and suboptimal self-care can lead to inadequate glycemic control, complications, and reduced quality of life. This study will evaluate the impact of pharmacist-led educational interventions on patients' motivation, diabetes-related knowledge, and self-care behaviors, as well as their effects on clinical outcomes, including improved HbA1c levels, reduced hypo- and hyperglycemic episodes, and enhanced patient satisfaction. By addressing these critical aspects, the study aims to highlight the transformative role of pharmacist-led education in advancing diabetes care and fostering sustainable, patient-centered healthcare practices.

Enrollment: 385 estimated patients

Sex: All

Ages: 18 to 60 years old

Volunteers: No Healthy Volunteers

Inclusion criteria

• We will include all confirmed diabetic patients who visit the SIH endocrinology OPD Clinic during the study duration.

  • Both male and female patients visiting the Endocrinology Unit of the hospital will be eligible.
  • Patients with HbA1c levels greater than 8% will be included.
  • Both follow-up and newly diagnosed patients will be considered.
  • Patients who sign the informed consent form will be enrolled in the study.

Exclusion criteria

• We will exclude patients with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM).

  • Patients with central obesity will not be included in the study.
  • Type 1 diabetes mellitus (DM) patients under the age of 20 will be excluded.
  • Patients with inadequate medical history will be excluded from participation.
  • Patients with HbA1c levels less than 8% will not be included.
  • Patients who do not provide informed consent or express a lack of interest in the study will be excluded.

Trial design

Primary purpose: Supportive Care

Allocation: N/A

Interventional model: Single Group Assignment

Masking: None (Open label)

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385 participants in 1 patient group

Interventional Group

Experimental group

Description:

Lifestyle Modifications: Education on healthy meal choices and physical activity to support diabetes management. Disease Education: In-depth information on diabetes, blood sugar control, and the prevention of complications. Self-Management Tools: Provision of blood glucose monitoring charts and practical strategies for daily diabetes care. Counseling: Personalized counseling to address emotional aspects, stress management, and confidence in managing diabetes.

Treatment:

Behavioral: Pharmacist led Education