Publication date: Sep 11, 2025
The COVID-19 pandemic catalyzed the adoption of digital technologies in health care. This study assesses a digital-first integrated care model for type 2 diabetes management in Western Sydney, using continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) and virtual Diabetes Case Conferences (DCC) involving the patient, general practitioner (GP), diabetes specialist, and diabetes educator at the same time. This study aims to assess the effectiveness of the innovative diabetes clinics in Western Sydney. In 2020, a total of 833 new patients with type 2 diabetes were seen at Western Sydney Diabetes (WSD) clinics. An early cohort of 103 patients was evaluated before and after participation in virtual DCC, incorporating CGM data analysis, digital educational resources, and remote consultations with a diabetes multidisciplinary team. Assessments were conducted at baseline and 3-4 months post DCC. The integration of CGM and virtual consultations significantly improved glycemic control. Hemoglobin A (HbA) levels decreased notably from 9. 6% to 8. 2% (average reduction of 1. 4%; 95% CI 1. 03-1. 82; P
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| Type | Source | Name |
|---|---|---|
| disease | MESH | COVID-19 pandemic |
| disease | MESH | type 2 diabetes |
| drug | DRUGBANK | Dextrose unspecified form |
| disease | MESH | chronic disease |