Services currently available to patients and their families are listed below:
DIABETES SELF-MANAGEMENT INTENSIVE TRAINING COURSES:
The Diabetes Center offers an intensive management course for patients with diabetes. Patients learn to become fully involved in their diabetes management and obtain an in-depth knowledge about proper diabetes care and how it is achieved. The latest information and theories on the therapeutic approach to diabetes are presented and implemented. Due to the evolving nature of diabetes care, the courses are appropriate for patients with long-standing diabetes as well as for those with recent onset of disease. A family member is encouraged to attend the course at no additional cost. [more info]
This course is designed for patients with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. INIVIDUAL CONSULTATION WITH THE DIABETES CENTER STAFF:
Our Diabetes teaching nurse and Diabetes Dietitian are available for one-on-one sessions with patients who need to work on specific diabetes self-care skills. These sessions are available to patients who have gone through the intensive courses described above and for patients who are unable to attend those courses.
GLUCOSE METER SERVICE:
Home glucose monitoring is the cornerstone of modern diabetes self-care. This service is designed to assist patients who monitor their blood sugars at home, checking their technique and the accuracy of their meters. Meters are inspected for proper calibration and their responsiveness to a wide range of glucose values. Patient technique is observed and corrections are taught.
HYPERLIPIDEMIA DIETARY COUNSELING:
Individual sessions with our dietitian are available to discuss dietary intervention for the treatment of high cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Elevated cholesterol levels are a major risk factor for heart disease. Dietary modification is the initial step in the reversal of this problem and may forestall use of medications.
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