Optimizing Insulin Therapy in Type 2 Diabetes: Strategies for Individualized Care

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Video Summary

In this video, Liz Capco shares her experience living with type 2 diabetes and the challenges she faced with insulin therapy and access to insulin. Liz discusses her decision to start insulin therapy in preparation for conceiving, but was frustrated with the lack of information and support she received from her provider. She eventually sought help from Integrated Diabetes Services and learned more about how insulin works with her body. Liz also highlights the difficulties she encountered in obtaining the necessary insulin supplies, including fighting with insurance and dealing with miscommunication between her provider and pharmacy. She emphasizes the importance of healthcare providers understanding the patient's perspective, providing support for mental health, and being knowledgeable about all treatment options. Liz encourages healthcare providers to listen to their patients, offer support, and provide reliable information to make diabetes management easier.

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Listen as Liz shares her experience with taking insulin.

Keywords

Liz Capco

type 2 diabetes

insulin therapy

access to insulin

healthcare providers