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This research evaluates the effectiveness of pharmacist consultations on diabetes management in primary care for patients with Type 1 diabetes.

December 9, 2025Journal of Pharmacy Practice

Impact of Pharmacist Consultations in Management of Type 1 Diabetes in a Primary Care Clinic: A Retrospective Cohort Study

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JBJacobus W. A. BurgerEast Tennessee State University RHRick HessEast Tennessee State University

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Retrospective cohort study shows pharmacist-led intervention lowers A1c levels in adults with Type 1 diabetes, highlighting the value of primary care integration.

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This research evaluates the effectiveness of pharmacist consultations on diabetes management in primary care for patients with Type 1 diabetes.
Retrospective cohort study of electronic health records from adults with Type 1 diabetes in 2023
Included patients had ≥2 PCP visits, ≥2 A1c results, and ≥1 pharmacist consultation
Pharmacist provided individualized assessments, insulin adjustments, and technology counseling
Main outcome analyzed was change in A1c at 3-6 months post-consultation
Referred patients showed a reduction in A1c from 8.8% to 8.2% (−0.6%, P = .013) at 3-6 months
No significant changes in continuous glucose monitoring metrics or visit frequency
Compared to 49 non-referred patients, referred individuals had poorer initial glycemic control but improved over time

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Burger et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69401d5b2d562116f28f8d03 https://doi.org/10.1177/08971900251408940

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Retrospective cohort study shows pharmacist-led intervention lowers A1c levels in adults with Type 1 diabetes, highlighting the value of primary care integration.

Impact of Pharmacist Consultations in Management of Type 1 Diabetes in a Primary Care Clinic: A Retrospective Cohort Study

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