Every day, a family physician in a busy primary care practice sees patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D). The evidence base for glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) for patients with T2D and at high cardiovascular risk is now vast and compelling. Numerous cardiovascular outcomes trials (CVOTs) have demonstrated reduction in major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE). Critically, the SOUL trial established for the first time that an oral GLP-1 RA demonstrates the same cardiovascular protection as injectable agents. This is a practice-changing development for primary care, where injection aversion has long been one of the most commonly cited barriers to initiating this class of therapy.
This educational activity is designed as a practical clinical decision-making workshop anchored in the realities of primary care practice. Three experts in the management of T2D and cardiovascular risk will guide attendees through the evidence, guidelines, and exam room conversations and prescribing decisions that will improve the outcomes for their patients.
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to: