المملكة: To reduce its complications.. launching the “Advanced Diabetes” project in Qassim

The Qassim Health Council announced the launch of the “Advanced Diabetes” project, as the first project of its kind based on the modern care model for diabetes complications, with the aim of improving the quality of health care provided to diabetics, early detection of patients suffering from complications and transferring them to specialized clinics under the supervision of medical teams. Integrated.
The group explained that the project was launched in its first phase from the Horizon Primary Health Care Center in the city of Buraidah, as it aims to help patients control blood sugar levels and reduce the development of complications to ensure a better healthy life for them.
The association confirmed that the project aims to serve 300 patients per month in the first phase, with plans to expand in the future to increase capacity.

Periodic laboratory tests

The project relies on an integrated care model, where periodic examinations for type 2 diabetes patients are conducted at the health center by the family medicine team.
These examinations include periodic laboratory tests, periodic examination of the feet, and smart screening for retinopathy using advanced medical technologies.
The group stated that if any complications are discovered, the patient is transferred to the Diabetes and Endocrinology Center in Buraidah to complete treatment under the supervision of a specialized team that includes the Advanced Diabetes Clinic, Kidney Clinic, Eye Clinic, Diabetic Foot Clinic, Health Education Clinic, and Nutrition Clinic.
The group indicated that the project aims to early detect diabetes complications, improve control of sugar levels through integrated treatment plans, and reduce the number of medical visits by integrating health services into unified stations, which contributes to facilitating the patient’s treatment journey and achieving the best health outcomes.