Publications by authors named "Mitchell Bowden"
Background: A key role of general practice professionals (that is, GPs, and general practice nurses [GPNs]) is to support patients to change behaviours. Traditional approaches to assisting patients with, and learning about, behaviour change have modest outcomes.
Aim: To explore behaviour change with GPs and GPNs and the availability of related professional development (PD) opportunities.
Article Synopsis
- Type 2 diabetes is prevalent in Australia, and the DiRECT-Aus study aims to replicate a successful UK trial to improve diabetes management in general practices across New South Wales.
- A qualitative research approach using semi-structured interviews will gather insights from patients, clinicians, and stakeholders, guided by frameworks like CFIR and RE-AIM to assess implementation factors and outcomes.
- The study's findings will help identify key factors for effectively scaling up diabetes management strategies in the future, ensuring they are equitable and sustainable nationwide.