Courtney Bennett Wilke, MPAS, PA-C

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Part 5: Screening for “Opathies” in Diabetes Patients

Author:: Courtney Bennett Wilke, MPAS, PA-C

Publish date: July 28, 2020

For patients with diabetes, impairment of sight and/or mobility can have a significant impact on their lives. We’ll conclude our exploration of dia...

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Part 4: Monitoring for CKD in Diabetes Patients

Author:: Courtney Bennett Wilke, MPAS, PA-C

Publish date: July 21, 2020

Chronic kidney disease is a significant complication in a patient with diabetes. Here’s how to monitor kidney function and appropriately utilize av...

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Part 3: Lipid Management in Diabetes Patients

Author:: Courtney Bennett Wilke, MPAS, PA-C

Publish date: July 14, 2020

What is the value of fasting lipid panels in a patient with diabetes? Since dyslipidemia is a known contributing factor to cardiovascular complicat...

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Part 2: Controlling BP in Diabetes Patients

Author:: Courtney Bennett Wilke, MPAS, PA-C

Publish date: July 2, 2020

How can you help reduce the risk for cardiovascular conditions in patients with diabetes? Hint: It starts with an appropriate schedule for risk fac...

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Part 1: Self-care for Diabetes Patients

Author:: Courtney Bennett Wilke, MPAS, PA-C

Publish date: June 29, 2020

In this 5-part series, we’ll explore the evidence and recommendations for a multi-modal approach to managing diabetes-related conditions. First up:...

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How Motivational Interviewing Helps Patients with Diabetes

Author:: Courtney Bennett Wilke, MPAS, PA-C

Publish date: December 11, 2019

Ever wondered how you can help your patients become more effective managers of their diabetes? Here’s your introduction to motivational interviewin...