About this course

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a chronic and progressive condition characterized by the inability of the pancreas to produce insulin. Asians are at an increased risk of T2DM due to the Asian diet high in carbohydrates, trans fat, and saturated fats. It is important that primary care physicians are able to manage patients with T2DM when they come to their clinics. This e-learning module aims to review the risk factors, diagnosis, and management of T2DM in the primary care setting.

Learning outcomes

• Identify the risk factors of T2DM
• Understand the reversibility of prediabetes with proper diet and exercise
• Understand the diagnosis and basic treatment options for T2DM

Topics covered

• Types of diabetes
• Prediabetes and insulin resistance
• Risk factors for T2DM in Asians
• Diagnostic criteria for T2DM
• Pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic management of T2DM
• Glucose monitoring in T2DM