Examining Disparities in Care in an Uninsured, Diabetic Population
Submission Type
Event
Expected Graduation Date
2013
Location
Room C101, Center for Natural Sciences, Illinois Wesleyan University
Start Date
4-20-2013 11:00 AM
End Date
4-20-2013 12:00 PM
Disciplines
Nursing
Abstract
Diabetes is a common health problem that requires continuing medical care, self-management, and education. However, different populations experience diabetes and diabetes-related care differently. This study examined diabetes care and health outcomes at a Midwest community health clinic serving the uninsured. Data were obtained from medical charts and included demographic information and quality of care indicators. A variety of statistical analyses were used to determine if quality of diabetes care and related health outcomes varied due to age, sex, language, and ethnicity. Implications of the analyses are discussed, including possible interventions to reduce these disparities.
Examining Disparities in Care in an Uninsured, Diabetic Population
Room C101, Center for Natural Sciences, Illinois Wesleyan University
Diabetes is a common health problem that requires continuing medical care, self-management, and education. However, different populations experience diabetes and diabetes-related care differently. This study examined diabetes care and health outcomes at a Midwest community health clinic serving the uninsured. Data were obtained from medical charts and included demographic information and quality of care indicators. A variety of statistical analyses were used to determine if quality of diabetes care and related health outcomes varied due to age, sex, language, and ethnicity. Implications of the analyses are discussed, including possible interventions to reduce these disparities.