New-onset nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy and initiators of semaglutide in US Veterans with type 2 diabetes

Abstract: IMPORTANCE: Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) are considered safe, effective medications for type 2 diabetes (T2D) and weight loss, used by millions …

Pharmacist-driven outreach initiative to increase prescribing of sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors in eligible VHA patients with chronic kidney disease: A study protocol

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) are at increased risk for multiple adverse events, several of which have been proven to be less likely with the use …

Utilization Rates of SGLT2 Inhibitors Among Patients With Type 2 Diabetes, Heart Failure, and Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease: Insights From the Department of Veterans Affairs

Abstract: Multiple clinical trials have demonstrated significant cardiovascular benefit with use of sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors in patients with type 2 …