The pen is mightier than the sword

SummaryRubin and Peyrot20 summarized the situation well, saying “physicians, patients, and payors should recognize that making it easier for patients to take better care of their diabetes is not a trivial benefit. Burden of treatment is a significant barrier to improved self-care, and reducing this barrier could make an important contribution to improved diabetes outcomes.” Perhaps we have not yet done the right study to show a beneficial effect on A1C levels.