Tag Archives: patient-provider relationship

Being truthful to ourselves…and others

Posted on October 28, 2014 by janekdickinson

One of the things we discuss frequently in the graduate program where I teach is creating a trusting environment where people with diabetes feel comfortable sharing openly and honestly with their care providers. At the same time it’s crucial that … Continue reading →

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diabetes: personal and professional

Posted on September 9, 2013 by janekdickinson

I have been blogging about diabetes – my experience living with diabetes and helping others live well with diabetes – for over 2 and 1/2 years. During that time I have struggled with figuring out where I fit in. Before … Continue reading →

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Do we value health?

Posted on June 21, 2013 by janekdickinson

We are currently having a discussion in a course that I teach, that I’m finding fascinating. The discussion is on group vs. individual diabetes education (funny I just blogged about this on Friday). We have two students who work in … Continue reading →

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