The pen is mightier than the sword

Abstract

Rubin and Peyrot²⁰ summarized the situation well, saying “physicians, patients, and payors should recognize that making it easier for patients to take better care of their diabetes is not a trivial benefit. Burden of treatment is a significant barrier to improved self-care, and reducing this barrier could make an important contribution to improved diabetes outcomes.” Perhaps we have not yet done the right study to show a beneficial effect on A1C levels.