Overcoming underutilization of continuous glucose monitoring devices with diabetes among disparate populations

Authors

Samar A. Nasser, Department of Clinical Research & Leadership, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, The George Washington University, Washington, DC, USA.
Dragana Lovre, Department of Medicine, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA, USA.
Farbod Zahedi Tajrishi, Department of Medicine, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA, USA.
Keith C. Ferdinand, Department of Medicine, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA, USA.

Document Type

Journal Article

Publication Date

10-24-2025

Journal

Endocrine research

DOI

10.1080/07435800.2025.2577643

Keywords

Cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic; continuous glucose monitoring devices; diabetes; underserved

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) demonstrates significant benefits in glycemic control for both type 1 and type 2 diabetes, including reductions in HbA1c, increased time-in-range, and decreased hypoglycemia. METHODS: In this article, we review the recent American Diabetes Association guidelines recommending real-time CGM for adults with type 2 diabetes, including those not using insulin. RESULTS: While acknowledging the documented advantages, CGM remains underutilized, with many barriers, particularly in primary care settings and among racially diverse or lower socioeconomic populations. DISCUSSION: This review outlines positive strategies to address barriers to CGM-adoption, optimize glycemic control and thereby potentially reduce cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic complications.

APA Citation

Nasser, Samar A.; Lovre, Dragana; Zahedi Tajrishi, Farbod; and Ferdinand, Keith C., "Overcoming underutilization of continuous glucose monitoring devices with diabetes among disparate populations" (2025). GW Authored Works. Paper 8233.
https://hsrc.himmelfarb.gwu.edu/gwhpubs/8233

Department

Clinical Research and Leadership