Adherence of general practitioners of competency role of caring of patient with diabetes Miletus type II at KSA

Abstract

Background: Although diabetes diagnosis and treatment have advanced significantly, there is still a large discrepancy between the best management objectives and results. The inability to meet management objectives may be mostly attributed to physicians' malpractice, incorrect attitudes, and outdated understanding regarding diabetes control. Aim of the study: The current study's goals were to evaluate general practitioners' knowledge, attitudes, and practices with Diabetes in KSA and to emphasize their suggestions for bettering diabetes care. Methods: All PHC facilities and units in the Jeddah area of Saudi Arabia were included in a descriptive cross-sectional study. There were essentially five sections to a pre-made, pre-tested interview questionnaire. In the first, the participating physicians' sociodemographic and professional information were gathered; in the second, third, and fourth sections, their competence in treating diabetic patients was assessed; and in the last section, their thoughts on how to enhance diabetic treatment were solicited. Results: According to the data, 60.2, 63.6, and 68.9% of GPs, respectively, lacked information, had unsuitable attitudes, and engaged in poor practices regarding the diagnosis and treatment of diabetes. The two most important predictors of inadequate KAP were having fewer than five years of work experience and simply having a bachelor's or master's degree. To address this issue, educational initiatives aimed at general practitioners are required. In conclusion, general practitioners' competency, attitude, and practice scores regarding diabetes are subpar. GP doctors' knowledge of screening, effective treatment, preventing complications from diabetes, and teaching diabetics has to be improved.