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10 Tips to Find the Best Diabetes Doctor for Type 2 Diabetes

Dr. Zaar

Certified Diabetes Educators (CDE): While not doctors, they play a key role in diabetes education and lifestyle support. Knowing which type of doctor suits your current needs is the first step in finding the right care. Ask: How many Type 2 diabetes patients do they treat each month?

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Medical use and misuse of psychoactive prescription medications among US youth and young adults: An Introduction

BMJ

For healthcare providers, there should be a recognition that holistic care involves more than just prescribing medications. Increased quality of patient-provider communication, including offering behavioral counseling when needed, may avert unnecessary prescriptions. Hyattsville, MD: National Center for Health Statistics.

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