Elements of quality care in chronic disease management

Lifestyle behaviours are key to successful chronic disease management. Thus supporting patients to change their health behaviour is a fundamental role of any clinician. The overarching principle is to provide patient-centered care and support patients with the health changes THEY would like to engage with to help manage their condition. Remember weight management must be a priority for the patient if we are to engage here. Some key elements of quality care in chronic disease management include: