Diabetick Program
A one stop shop for Diabetes complication screening!
If your diabetes is not managed well it can cause fatal complications. These complications can include:
Heart attack & Stroke Nerve damage
Kidney failure Limb amputation
Blindness Bowel disease
Early detection is essential in the prevention of any diabetes complications. The problem is, diabetes complications usually don't have any symptoms in the early stages. It is therefore very important to have annual complication screening tests so that early detection is possible.
Why is our program unique?
Our annual screening clinic is unique because we are able to provide all the necessary annual complication screening tests, in one area and in one day! This eliminates the need to see different heath professionals at different places, at different times.
Furthermore a comphensive report detailing your needs, goals and action plans in regard to diet, exercise, foot care and medication is prepared by each professional. A copy of the report is sent to you and your GP to help in the monitoring and management of your diabetes throughout the year.
What Happens On The Day?
The program usually runs from 8.00am - 12.30pm and involves:
Specialist Medical Diabetic Care
Dr Carey is an endocrinologist who has been in the fore front of diabetes research, education and care for over 20 years. Dr Carey will review your blood glucose control and will screen for kidney damage, cardiac risk, peripheral vascular disease and bowel disease. He will also a ssess your level of visceral fat, which is main driving factor for insulin resistance and fatty liver. Lastly he will review your diabetes medication and make changes if necessary.
Diabetic Foot Screening
“Foot ulcers and amputations are a major cause of morbidity and mortality in people with diabetes" (MOH, 2006). Fortunately, steps can be taken to prevent diabetic foot complications or limit its progression. This can be achieved through an annual screening of the feet by our experienced podiatrist.
Retinal Photography
Our optometrist provides complete eye care and retinal photography to ensure no lesions are missed and all problems are documented. Further intervention is available if required.
Dietary Guidance
Our experienced dietician can help with weight loss and improved food choices to help bring sugar levels under control.
Exercise Guidance
Our exercise physiologist will assess your activity level and is ready to design a personalised exercise program to help stabilise your blood glucose.
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