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Peter J Rentzepis1, Martin J Kurian1, Ann M Carracher1
1Close Concerns, San Francisco, California, USA.
Journal of Diabetes
|August 19, 2018
Summary
Close Concerns provides monthly news and insights on diabetes and obesity care. Their reviews cover the latest developments for researchers and clinicians in these fields.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology and Metabolism
- Clinical Research
- Healthcare Information Dissemination
Background:
- Close Concerns is a dedicated healthcare information company specializing in diabetes and obesity.
- The company publishes 'Closer Look,' a periodical offering news and insights.
- This content is featured monthly in the Journal of Diabetes.
Framework:
- A monthly news feature format.
- Content curated by experts Peter J. Rentzepis, Martin J. Kurian, Ann M. Carracher, and Kelly L. Close.
- Focus on synthesizing recent developments relevant to the diabetes and obesity fields.
Implementation:
- Regular publication within the Journal of Diabetes.
- Leveraging expertise from Close Concerns to deliver timely information.
- Content tailored for an audience of researchers and clinicians.
Implications:
- Facilitates staying abreast of the latest advancements in diabetes and obesity research.
- Supports evidence-based practice for clinicians.
- Enhances knowledge sharing within the scientific community.
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