Authors :
Nino Mikava; Simon Gabritchidze
Volume/Issue :
Volume 6 - 2021, Issue 10 - October
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Abstract :
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the
need and describe the potential role of globally utilized
digital technologies in the effective treatment of diabetes
in the country of Georgia. The overall objective was to
identify means to respond to challenges in developing
countries with regard to a dearth of easily accessible
knowledge about the disease, its complications, and the
need for self-care and to overcome problems of limited
geographical and financial accessibility to medical
services aggravated during the Covid-19 pandemic.
A combination of mixed-research methods has been
applied. Initially, a narrative literature review was
performed. At the second stage, qualitative study - indepth interviews with stakeholders were conducted. At
the third stage, quantitative research was performed.
More specifically, an online survey of adult patients -
having diabetes, as well as, an online survey of parents
whose children have diabetes, was conducted.
Based upon the results, one of the possible
solutions in addressing existing problems in Georgia
and other developing countries with regard to patient
education and self-management is to leverage digital
technologies. The overall implication of the electronic
platform is to increase awareness and education in
patients and parents of children with diabetes, as well
as, to improve communication between doctors and
patients alike.
Consequently, this can help to alleviate some of
the everyday concerns of patients, and to increase their
motivation, thus enabling them to carry on a higher
standard and quality of life
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the
need and describe the potential role of globally utilized
digital technologies in the effective treatment of diabetes
in the country of Georgia. The overall objective was to
identify means to respond to challenges in developing
countries with regard to a dearth of easily accessible
knowledge about the disease, its complications, and the
need for self-care and to overcome problems of limited
geographical and financial accessibility to medical
services aggravated during the Covid-19 pandemic.
A combination of mixed-research methods has been
applied. Initially, a narrative literature review was
performed. At the second stage, qualitative study - indepth interviews with stakeholders were conducted. At
the third stage, quantitative research was performed.
More specifically, an online survey of adult patients -
having diabetes, as well as, an online survey of parents
whose children have diabetes, was conducted.
Based upon the results, one of the possible
solutions in addressing existing problems in Georgia
and other developing countries with regard to patient
education and self-management is to leverage digital
technologies. The overall implication of the electronic
platform is to increase awareness and education in
patients and parents of children with diabetes, as well
as, to improve communication between doctors and
patients alike.
Consequently, this can help to alleviate some of
the everyday concerns of patients, and to increase their
motivation, thus enabling them to carry on a higher
standard and quality of life