Kilrush Doctors

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23/07/2024

What is the Chronic Disease Treatment Programme?

Our Structured Chronic Disease Management (CDT) Programme aims to improve the health and wellbeing of patients living with certain chronic diseases. On this HSE-managed scheme, patients are actively monitored to improve management of their conditions, free of charge.
The benefits include:
- structured reviews of your chronic disease. Yearly or every 6 months depending on your health.
- a personalised care plan developed and agreed with your medical team;
- regular reviews of your care plan and medication;
- opportunities for structured education and self-management support;
- early detection of any new conditions, or complications;
- care in your community, close to your home. Avoiding hospital visits.

Am I eligible for Chronic Disease Treatment?
You can join this programme, free of charge, if you:
- have specific chronic disease/s, namely type 2 diabetes, asthma, chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease (COPD), or cardiovascular disease, including heart failure, heart
attack (angina), stroke, and irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation);
- have a medical card or a GP visit card;
- are aged 18 years or over;
- are able to take a call from your nurse or GP, or attend your GP surgery.

If you’re eligible, contact us and ask for the nurse to give a call regarding CDM programme.