New Book Offers Guidance to Primary Care Clinicians to Help Treat Patients with Diabetes
Touro Professor Leverages Experience from a Decade in Family Medicine to Provide Insights to Medical Professionals
A new book titled “Everyday Diabetes in Primary Care: A Case-Based Approach” authored by Dr. Jay H. Shubrook, a nationally leading diabetologist and professor at Touro University California's College of Osteopathic Medicine, has been unveiled, offering "real-world guidance" for day-to-day diabetes management in primary care settings.
Dr. Jay H. Shubrook, who serves as the interim Chair of the Department of Clinical Sciences and Community Health at Touro University California, is widely recognized as a “diabetologist extraordinaire,” according to Dr. Tami Hendriksz, Interim Chief Academic Officer and Dean of the College of Osteopathic Medicine at Touro University California.
The book, available on Amazon and at Barnes & Noble, aims to cater to the needs of clinicians facing common and complex questions in diabetes care. With over 85% of people with diabetes receiving care in primary care settings, “Everyday Diabetes in Primary Care: A Case-Based Approach” delivers numerous diabetes cases in an easily digestible format, providing readers with practical insights and expert advice.
“I am excited to recommend ‘Everyday Diabetes in Primary Care: A Case-Based Approach.’ It is an insightful book on diabetes for the primary care clinician,” said Dr. Neil Skolnik, M.D., an academic family physician and associate director of the family medicine residency program at Abington Jefferson Health in Abington, Pennsylvania. He continued, “The clarity of language, thought, and organization of the book stands out among academic texts. It is written with the learner in mind. Whether you are a student, resident, or an attending physician there is something in this book for you and you will learn a lot about the care of patients with diabetes. And....it is an enjoyable read!”
Shubrook has an illustrious background, being a pioneer in the development and establishment of diabetes fellowships in the United States and the American College of Diabetology. His considerable expertise shines through the book as he provides authoritative, real-world guidance for the day-to-day management of patients with diabetes.
“Touro University is proud of Dr. Shubrook’s considerable achievements in research, clinical care and now his impressive work in educating professionals to treat a condition that affects more than 37 million or 11% of the U.S. population. With ‘Everyday Diabetes in Primary Care: A Case-Based Approach,’ healthcare professionals have access to a valuable resource that offers practical knowledge and insights to enhance their diabetes management skills in primary care settings. For those seeking real-world guidance,
Shubrook's book promises to be an indispensable companion,” said Dr. Alan Kadish, Touro University President. Shubrook received bachelor’s degrees in psychobiology and psychology from the University of California, Santa Cruz; his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Ohio University of Osteopathic Medicine; served his family medicine residency at Firelands Regional Health System in Sandusky, Ohio; and completed a diabetology management fellowship at Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine.