Join us in this enlightening episode as we reconnect with Dr. Donal Collins, to explore innovative approaches to managing type 2 diabetes. Through shared decision-making, whether it’s dietary changes or new medications, we discuss how managing insulin and energy intake can shrink fat cells and reduce inflammation.

Donal & Ben explore the strategic decision-making required at various levels—individual practices, PCNs, and integrated care boards, to implement these changes effectively. This conversation touches on the challenges of demonstrating long-term cost benefits of proactive care., so tune in for a comprehensive discussion on the future of managing chronic diseases.

Introduction (00:09)

Treatment for type 2 diabetes (01:32) 

Impact of current treatment.. (05:26)

Why is it something we've never been able to achieve? (09:04)

Making the effort.. (10:39) 

Where is the right place for these conversations? (12:29) 

Introduction of new roles (13:32) 

Where do you think this best sits?(15:29) 

The science of change.. (18:21)

Getting in touch.. (20:57) 

Listen to Donal & Bens previous episode here.

Contact Donal Collins via email here, via twitter here or access his linkedin here.

For all enquiries about the Ockham podcast, please contact Ben Gowland here.