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Resources for Diabetes Health Professionals

Disclaimer:
Important to note that the position statement/guidelines available in the web links provided below have not been through a formal endorsement process under the guidance of the Australian Diabetes Society (ADS). Furthermore, some recommendations may not be directly applicable within Australia.

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International Position Statements/Guidelines endorsed by ADS

Metabolic Surgery in the Treatment Algorithm for Type 2 Diabetes: A Joint Statement by International Diabetes Organizations

SummaryThe ADS has endorsed international guidelines that recommend metabolic surgery for patients with type 2 diabetes and class III (BMI ≥40 kg/m2) obesity and patients with type 2 diabetes with class II (BMI 35.0–39.9 kg/m2) obesity who have had inadequate glycaemic control with lifestyle and pharmacotherapy.

AlgorithmDownload the full version of the ‘Metabolic Surgery in the Treatment Algorithm for Type 2 Diabetes: A Joint Statement by International Diabetes Organizations’ Guidelines – Download PDF (Posted: October, 2019)

Psychological Care for People with Diabetes: A Position Statement of the American Diabetes Association

SummaryComplex environmental, social, behavioral, and emotional factors, known as psychosocial factors, influence living with diabetes, both type 1 and type 2, and achieving satisfactory medical outcomes and psychological well-being. Thus, individuals with diabetes and their families are challenged with complex, multifaceted issues when integrating diabetes care into daily life.

Position StatementDownload the full version of the ‘Psychological Care for People with Diabetes: A Position Statement of the American Diabetes Association’ – Download PDF (Posted: December, 2016)