Diabetes

Team Approach

You benefit from a dedicated, compassionate team that may include:

• Endocrinologists – Doctors who make personal treatment plans to manage diabetes
• Nurse practitioners – Professionals who specialize in diabetes care
• Certified diabetes care and education specialists – Registered nurses and registered dietitians
• Primary care providers – Family doctors and internal medicine specialists, or internists

Diabetes Education

You can become an expert in managing diabetes thanks to our education program. The American Diabetes Association recognizes it for providing complete, accurate information that helps you live a healthier life. The program includes:

• One-on-one sessions with a diabetes educator
• Group classes and peer support
• Annual follow-up visits to help you stay in your best health

What You’ll Learn

Whether you received a diagnosis of prediabetes or have lived with diabetes for years, you’ll learn something new in our education program. Depending on your goals and needs, we may teach you how to:

• Measure and adjust blood-sugar levels to prevent health problems
• Use continuous glucose monitoring to get real-time updates throughout the day
• Make insulin therapy easier with a smart insulin pen
• Start using a wearable insulin pump instead of giving yourself injections
• Maintain a healthy weight, which makes diabetes management easier
• Ensure a healthy pregnancy and baby if you have gestational diabetes
• Prevent diabetes if you have prediabetes (blood sugar that’s higher than normal but not high enough to be diabetes)

Medical Nutrition Therapy

Medical nutrition therapy means eating the right foods to manage your blood sugar levels. A dietitian teaches you how to keep your blood glucose steady by choosing healthy options, such as leafy greens and lean proteins. You’ll discover how to make a dietary plan that suits your tastes and lifestyle.

Financial Assistance & Local Resources

Diabetes drugs don’t have to break your budget. Ask us for help applying for assistance to lower the cost of your medications. We can also recommend community resources, such as transportation and support groups, to make your life easier.