This study is being done to assess the impact of student pharmacist involvement on blood glucose control through non-pharmacological interventions in people of Asian and Asian descent over the age of 50 with type 2 diabetes. This study team is trying to advance the field of pharmacy and expand the roles of student pharmacists.
This study aims to assess the clinical impact of student pharmacist-led interventions on glycemic control in adult populations. This study will specifically target adults aged 50 years and older of Asian or Asian-descent with diagnosed type 2 diabetes, residing in San Francisco. The goal of the study is to demonstrate the utility of pharmacy students in a community setting on chronic disease management through patient-specific education and interventions. The aims of this study are to compare glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes who receive continuous assessment and non-pharmacological counseling from student pharmacists versus those who do not. Specifically, this study will evaluate: 1. The impact of student pharmacist assessments and personalized recommendations on diet, exercise, and adherence to treatment regimens, and their lasting effects on blood glucose control. 2. If participants perceived any value and effect of student pharmacist involvement in managing chronic diseases.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
200
This intervention will be provided by student pharmacists. It will focus on lifestyle modifications, adherence, and education of disease state.
Blood glucose control
This will assess the average blood glucose change over the course of the study.
Time frame: Up to 12 months
A1C
To assess effect of student pharmacist non-pharmacological intervention on A1C levels
Time frame: Up to 12 months
Utilization of Questionnaires to assess Comprehension of Diabetes Management
Student pharmacists will be assessed on their change in understanding of type 2 diabetes management through an assessment that will be scored. Study participants will also be assessed on their comfort and understanding of type 2 diabetes as a disease state, as well as basic management through a form that will be scored. Once the questionnaire is finalized, participants will be asked to complete the form with higher scores indicating better level of understanding.
Time frame: Up to 12 months
Utilization of Questionnaires to assess Participant Perceptions of Student Pharmacist Involvement on Chronic Disease Management
Study participants will be asked to complete a questionnaire to reflect on their experiences with student pharmacists. Overall perception of their experience will be collected utilizing a combination of short-answer and multiple-choice questions. Multiple-choice questions will be analyzed using Likert Scale with higher values representing favorable outcomes. Short-answer questions will be coded to identify overall themes of the study to address areas for improvement.
Time frame: Up to 12 months
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