They will also help you monitor your blood sugars, teach you about your medication, exercise, foot care and other areas related to diabetes. Our program continues to grow and change based on the needs of our patients. Since diet is the cornerstone to treating diabetes, it is beneficial to consult with one of our registered dieticians who are also certified diabetes educators. Our staff will help you develop a meal plan keeping your specific needs and preferences in mind. Individual Instruction Individual diabetes education is provided by certified diabetes nurses and dietician educators.
All patients receive an individual assessment to help plan appropriate instruction.
Intensive Diabetes Management Staff educators and specialist physicians work with patients to build individualized diabetes treatment plans to improve blood sugar control. An insulin pump treatment program is available for Type I patients. Instruction and treatment encourages positive motivation to maintain improved control. Diabetes and Pregnancy Staff educators and specialist physicians work closely with obstetricians to provide individualized diabetes treatment plans. Pre-pregnancy counseling is available to individuals with preexisting diabetes mellitus.