A new study conducted by LA BioMed found divergent views between patients and their caregivers when it comes to the barriers that keep them from diabetic retinopathy screening.
Researchers reportedly surveyed 101 low-income, mostly African-American and Latino patients and 44 healthcare providers in a safety net clinic. While patients most often reported financial burden and depression as barriers to diabetic retinopathy screening, the providers deemed those obstacles as less important than other barriers.
The researchers believe their findings show the need for more effective patient-provider communication, as well as patient feedback on healthcare delivery systems. Additionally, the researchers said their study further highlights the need for increased knowledge of the importance of diabetic retinopathy screenings and engagement of both minority patient communities and their health care providers.
The study was recently published in the journal Preventing Chronic Disease.
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