Integrated Diabetic Clinic in a Rural Hospital of Nepal

Abstract

Diabetes is an important public health concern which is increasing rapidly in developing countries. It is challenging to prevent and manage diabetes in a rural setting. The Integrated Diabetic Clinic is comprehensive diabetes care under one roof. Its aim is to provide efficient accessible and affordable comprehensive care. It will make a huge difference in the management of diabetes. This clinic will play a major role in unifying different aspects of health care under one roof and offer the most comprehensive and cost-effective accessible health care to minimize mortality and morbidity associated with diabetes. Keywords: Integrated, Diabetes, Clinic, Nepal, Rural Hospital DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/jkahs.v2i1.2442