The importance of maintaining the best blood sugars possible to lessen or prevent the onset of complications and establishing a personal target range for blood sugar values. When a patient is ready to make changes with his or her care, we are ready to help. Education Sessions People have an opportunity to meet with a certified diabetes educator to assess current diabetes skills. Education is customized to meet the individual's needs. Ambulatory Insulin Program Patients beginning insulin therapy, in most cases, can now do so on an outpatient basis.
Physician referral is required.
Five-Week Group Outpatient Education Classes Classes are held for two hours every Wednesday for five weeks. Sessions are held in February, May, August and November. This is a group program and registration is required. Tips for monitoring blood sugar are also reviewed. Dietary Management Individualized meal plans are established with one of Evangelical's registered dietitians.