Endocrinology virtual shared visits build support system for diabetic patients

In August of this year, Renee Schwertgeger, NP, started virtual shared medical visits where a provider meets with multiple diabetic patients through a mobile app. These visits look to address acute medical concerns, update and refill medications, review sugars and develop educational opportunities in-between normally scheduled comprehensive diabetic appointments. Currently being offered to existing endocrinology patients, these visits build a virtual support system between patients experiencing similar issues. These shared medical visits plan to be offered in-person in the future, with the option for a combination of both virtual and in-person visits. Department of Medicine providers are encouraged to offer this to their diabetic patients.