Medication Deprescribing for Patients With Type 2 Diabetes

Learn the root cause of type 2 diabetes and deprescription protocols for patients with type 2 diabetes.

Participants are expected to watch the video, reflect on its content, and complete the CME self-assessment and CME evaluation. Only upon completing this process will a participant's continuing education certificate be generated. The estimated time a learner will need to complete this self-study activity is 45 minutes. 

This activity is approved for continuing education for physicians, nurses, dietitians, and pharmacists. 

The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ . Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Objectives:

• Describe how a lifestyle intervention, especially using a high-fiber, low-fat, plant-strong diet and regular physical activity, can prevent, treat, and even reverse type 2 diabetes.
• Review protocols for reducing medications in patients as insulin resistance improves.

Requirements for successful completion: Participants will be awarded contact hours commensurate with participation after completion of the post-test with a score of 70% or higher.