Depending on how your treatment is being managed it is recommended to see your doctor every three to six months. In these appointments, your doctor will ask about your glucose monitoring, whether you are having episodes of low and high sugar levels and the frequency and the duration of them. Your doctor will check your weight, your healthcare provider will check your feet and legs for any sores. They will discuss exercise and eating habits, and if there is any smoking or alcohol use. Your doctor will go over self-care and disease education and if there are symptoms of depression, stress, or other psychological issues along with any other lifestyle changes and how they are being managed. Your doctor will also follow up with other previous exams and blood work. Every year your doctor will do a comprehensive exam of your feet, and eyes and check the protein in your urine. Your height, weight, and cholesterol levels. Your The doctor will also provide an influenza vaccine. Schedule your appointment today with our clinic to speak to our diabetes doctor about your diabetes. We serve patients from Chesapeake VA, Norfolk VA, Portsmouth VA, Suffolk VA, Virginia Beach VA, and Hampton VA.