Diabetes
Self-Management Program
Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center
Though diabetes
is a serious condition, patients find it manageable at home in most
circumstances if they are properly trained and commit to lifestyle changes
that may be required.
Training available
at Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center's Diabetes Center is an important
first step in making self-management possible. Our program, which has
been recognized by the American Diabetes Association, provides the
information, tools and techniques patients need for the daily management
of their disease.
Manage
Your Diabetes online using Memorial Hermann's Diabetes
Condition Center in MyWellness – Personal Health Manager.
The Program
Diabetes
self-management training classes
consist of a 4-hour initial
session
in a small group, where the basics of management are taught,
including:
- Diabetes
facts
- Complications
- Medications
- Basics of food
management
- Glucose monitoring
Three subsequent
follow up sessions, held weekdays, occur approximately one month, three months, and six months after the initial class.
These one-on-one sessions last an
hour each, and those who attend the follow-ups show a much higher management
success rate.
Class dates and
times vary.
Initial classes are held
Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays.
Classes may be held
at either 1-5 PM or 4-8 PM at the Diabetes Center, 3rd Floor, Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center.
Follow-ups are scheduled individually Monday through Friday.
A Saturday class is held once a quarter from 1-5 PM.
Instructors
Only
certified educators teach in our program, which is recognized by
the American Diabetes Association. To become certified,
an instructor must complete 1,000 hours of patient education, have
a
bachelor of science in nursing degree or be a registered dietitian,
and pass the National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators'
exam.
A Spanish-speaking
diabetes educator is available. Videos and printed information in Spanish
are also available.
A physician's referral
may be required by the patient's insurance company for diabetes training
to be covered by insurance. Medicare requires a referral, as well. Most
insurance providers cover the costs according to policy restrictions
or limitations, and a co-pay may apply. Diabetes Center
Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center
921 Gessner
Houston, Texas 77024
713-242-3890 information
713-827-4097 fax
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