Diabetes Mellitus: Diagnosis, Prevention and Goals of Therapy

Abstract Diabetes is a complex disease. Residents are often challenged by its diagnosis and need to work through cases in the controlled atmosphere of the classroom to reinforce their diagnostic skills. This resource presents a set of cases that walk learners through current research on diabetes mellitus type 2. The module can be used to present the step-by-step process of diagnosis and treatment to learners. The resource includes a PowerPoint presentation reviewing how the diagnosis of diabetes is made, what exams/tests should be performed to prevent sequelae of diabetes, and how to determine goals of therapy. This presentation is used in lecture format to teach residents about the need for a systematic approach to diabetes care. Residents learn the answers to the questions posed in the presentation. The significance of the presentation lies in helping physicians learn a systematic approach. The notes section of the PowerPoint slides offers additional information. An instructor guide presents an overview of activities that can be used to consider how to address issues in working with patients with this disease. The resource is aimed at residents but could be used by students as well.