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Building the 2022 Diabetes Technology Practice Competencies Using Modified Delphi Methodology
Allyson S Hughes1, Anastasia Albanese-O'Neill2, Jane Jeffrie Seley3
1Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine, Athens, Ohio.
The Science of Diabetes Self-Management and Care
|September 1, 2022
Summary
Professional competencies for diabetes technology use were developed using a modified Delphi method. This ensures diabetes care professionals are equipped to integrate technology effectively across diverse settings.
Area of Science:
- Diabetes Care
- Health Professions Education
- Medical Technology
Background:
- Effective integration of diabetes technology is crucial for optimal patient outcomes.
- Standardized competencies are needed to guide professional development in diabetes technology use.
- The Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists (ADCES) mission emphasizes innovative diabetes education and management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To construct professional competencies for the use of diabetes technology in various healthcare settings.
- To align these competencies with the mission of the ADCES.
Main Methods:
- A modified Delphi methodology involving 4 rounds was employed for consensus development.
- Expert consensus was achieved through surveys and a multidisciplinary focus group.
- Diabetes technology experts from diverse backgrounds participated in the development process.
Main Results:
- A final set of 94 competencies was established across 7 distinct domains.
- The study involved 104 diabetes technology experts from various healthcare professions and settings in the United States.
- Key healthcare professionals and staff essential for technology integration were identified.
Conclusions:
- The modified Delphi methodology effectively leveraged multidisciplinary expertise to create diabetes technology competencies.
- These competencies support diabetes care professionals and staff in diverse settings.
- The developed competencies align with the ADCES mission to advance diabetes care and education.
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