Introduction Telehealth visits (TH) have become an important pillar of healthcare delivery during the COVID pandemic. No-shows (NS) may result in delays in clinical care and in lost revenue. Understanding the factors associated with NS may help providers take measures to decrease the frequency and impact of NS in their clinics.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Diabetic retinopathy is a leading cause of visual impairment. Low awareness about the disease and inequitable distribution of care are major challenges in India.
Objectives: Assess perception of care and challenges faced in availing care among diabetics.
Background: There is a paucity of information on the availability of services for diagnosis and management of diabetic retinopathy (DR) in India.
Objectives: The study was undertaken to document existing healthcare infrastructure and practice patterns for managing DR.
Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in 11 cities and included public and private eye care providers.
Background: India has the second largest population of persons with diabetes and a significant proportion has poor glycemic control and inadequate awareness of management of diabetes.
Objectives: Determine the level of awareness regarding management of diabetes and its complications and diabetic care practices in India.
Methods: The cross-sectional, hospital-based survey was conducted in 11 cities where public and private providers of diabetic care were identified.
Background: There is a lack of information on the practice patterns and available human resources and services for screening for eye complications among persons with diabetes in India.
Objectives: The study was undertaken to document existing health care infrastructure and practice patterns for managing diabetes and screening for eye complications.
Methods: This cross-sectional, hospital-based survey was conducted in 11 cities where public and private diabetic care providers were identified.