Diabetes Prevention and Treatment Programs for Western PA - Pediatrics/Platelet Gel
Abstract
In recognition that reduction in the incidence of diabetes and alleviation of its complications have become national public health priorities, the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) galvanized a partnership that included the, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC (CHP), University of Pittsburgh Diabetes Institute (UPDI), and the United States Air Force Surgeon General's Modernization Directorate (US AF SGR-M), to determine the best methods for preventing diabetes and improving diabetes care in both the civilian and military populations. The focus of the project was to develop, implement and evaluate pediatric diabetes prevention and treatment programs and expand upon the Diabetic Image Reading Center through the implementation and deployment of Joslin Vision Network (JVN)and at Wilford Hall Medical Center (WHMC). Emphasis for the pediatric and retinal imaging efforts were placed on the development of scientifically-sound methodologies and process implementation, respectively. Our rationale was that evidenced-based prevention and treatment strategies are needed to prevent and/or delay diabetes and its complications in high-risk populations. The purpose of this report is to describe research accomplishments associated with completion of the project.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 2009
- Accession Number
- ADA511282
Entities
People
- Barbara E. Barnes
- Linda Simenerio
Organizations
- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center