Diabetes
is a complex disease, which can be managed in part by simple lifestyle
choices. The Diabetes Education Center at Riddle Hospital offers
programs designed to help members of the community gain better
management of their diabetes and reduce their risk of complications. Our
program has been recognized as having met National Standards for Patient
Education in Diabetes from the American Association of Diabetes
Educators (AADE).
Education Programs The choices that you make on a daily basis, including
meal planning and exercise, can have a positive impact on your health.
Studies have shown that tight blood glucose control can lower your risks
of complications of diabetes in both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
Education in diabetes self-management skills is integral to the
treatment of diabetes and in achieving optimal control.
The educational programs offered at Riddle Hospital are covered by
most insurance plans with a physician prescription or referral.
Pre-registration is required.
Group Instruction
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Ten hours of group education over three sessions
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Afternoon and evening programs held monthly
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Certified Diabetes Educator, Pharmacist, Podiatrist, and
Exercise Physiologist teach:
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physiology of diabetes
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blood glucose monitoring
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prevention of complications
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medications and their effect
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foot care
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exercise and its benefits
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Registered Dietitian provides:
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nutrition education
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individualized meal plan for each participant
with instruction on carbohydrate counting
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information concerning snacks and dining out
Individual Instruction
Riddle Hospital offers individual instruction by appointment with a
Certified Diabetes Educator.
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Diabetes Management
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Physiology of diabetes
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Blood glucose monitoring
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Prevention of complications
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Medications and their effect
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Instruction in insulin self-administration
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Foot care
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Exercise and its benefits
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Insulin pump management
Gestational Diabetes Instruction
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education concerning the health of mother and baby
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individualized meal plan with instruction on carbohydrate
counting
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blood glucose monitoring - a free meter is provided
Registered Dietitian provides:
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nutrition education
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individualized meal plan with instruction on carbohydrate
counting
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information concerning snacks and dining out
Diabetes Support Groups
Evenings
The first Wednesday of November, January, March and May
7:00 p.m.
Health Center 4, Conference Room 2 on the 2nd Floor.
Daytime
The second Tuesday of October, December, February, April and June
1:00 p.m.
Health Center 4, Conference Room 2 on the 2nd Floor.
For more information, contact 484.227.3769.
