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About Diabetes Management<\/h2><\/div>

Getting the best care for your diabetes begins with the choices you make every day \u2013 what to eat, how to stay physically active, and how often to check your blood sugar levels. Our dedicated team at Doral Health & Wellness provides support for those dealing with pre-diabetes, gestational diabetes, as well as Type 1 and 2 diabetes.<\/p>\n

Our skilled staff members at the Doral Health & Wellness for Diabetes Management work closely with patients to manage their diabetes and help them gain access to the latest information, technology, and treatments. Our compassionate team of clinicians offers patient support through educational programs, including self-management education and nutritional counseling. Diabetes educators work closely with patients\u2019 primary care providers to ensure a patient-centered approach to your care.<\/p>\n

Make your appointment today with your primary care doctor to determine whether you should be referred to Doral\u2019s highly qualified specialists in Brooklyn, NY.<\/p>\n

WE ACCEPT MEDICAID, MEDICARE, HMOs AND MOST OTHER INSURANCES<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Patients of Doral Health & Wellness are referred by their primary care provider and our multispecialty Medical Center. For additional information on Diabetes Management, please call (718) 971-1944.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Diabetes Care Conditions Treated:<\/h2><\/div>
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  • Diabetic Neuropathy<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Diabetic Retinopathy<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Gestational Diabetes<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Heart Disease<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Kidney Failure<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Stroke<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>
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    What is Diabetes<\/h2><\/div>

    Diabetes occurs when you lack the hormone insulin or when your insulin is not working correctly to move blood sugar (blood glucose) to your body’s cells. This causes glucose to rise to abnormally high levels in your blood, which can damage your organs.<\/span><\/p>\n

    SIGNS YOU MAY HAVE DIABETES<\/span>
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    \nYou may have diabetes but not experience any symptoms. Or you may have one or more of the following symptoms:
    \n\u2022 Excessive thirst
    \n\u2022 Excessive hunger
    \n\u2022 Unusual weight loss
    \n\u2022 Slow-healing sores
    \n\u2022 Foot pain or numbness
    \n\u2022 Blurry eyesight<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

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    Types of Diabetes<\/h2><\/div>


    \n\u2022 Type 1 diabetes, also called juvenile diabetes, is an autoimmune disease in which the body destroys cells that make insulin. You’ll need insulin injections to manage this type of diabetes.<\/span><\/p>\n

    \u2022 Type 2 diabetes is more common. It occurs when your body does not use insulin properly. Over time, your body cannot produce enough insulin to function correctly \u2014 causing glucose to build up in the blood, damaging your organs.<\/span><\/p>\n

    \u2022 Gestational diabetes is type 2 diabetes that develops during pregnancy and goes away after the baby is born. If you develop gestational diabetes, you have an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life.<\/span><\/p>\n

    If you are overweight or physically inactive, you are at higher risk for diabetes. You are also at higher risk if family members have diabetes. With regular checkups, your provider can check for early signs of the disease \u2014 which allows for proper treatment to prevent the development of severe health problems.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

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    Doral Health & Wellness Diabetic Care Management<\/h2><\/div>

    If you have any symptoms of diabetes, visit your primary care provider. A blood test can determine if you have diabetes.<\/span><\/p>\n

    If you have diabetes, we will teach you how to check your blood sugar level and respond when your levels are too low or high. Type 1 diabetes is managed with regular insulin shots, while oral tablets are often useful for type 2 diabetes.
    \nHealthy eating and physical activity are crucial to managing diabetes. Your provider may suggest you work with a dietitian to develop a healthy eating plan to control your blood sugar. Doral Health & Wellness also has specialized teams of physicians, nurses, and dietitians who can help you with education and treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n

    PREVENTING DIABETES COMPLICATIONS<\/span>
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    \nHigh blood sugar can cause serious health problems and may contribute to the following complications:
    \n\u2022 Kidney disease
    \n\u2022 Nerve damage (diabetic neuropathy)
    \n\u2022 Eye disease (diabetic retinopathy)
    \n\u2022 Heart disease
    \n\u2022 Stroke
    \n\u2022 Loss (amputation) of feet or legs<\/span><\/p>\n

    You can prevent these complications by seeing your doctor for regular appointments and monitoring the following:
    \n\u2022 Blood glucose
    \n\u2022 Blood pressure
    \n\u2022 LDL (the “bad” cholesterol)
    \n\u2022 Kidney function
    \n\u2022 Eyesight<\/span><\/p>\n

    DIABETES AND MENTAL HEALTH<\/span>
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    \nDoral Health & Wellness also offers psychotherapy services to help you deal with the social and emotional challenges of living with diabetes:
    \n\u2022 Behavioral, mental, or emotional difficulties that can make it challenging to stick with diabetes treatment
    \n\u2022 Lifestyle changes for weight management
    \n\u2022 Stress management
    \n\u2022 Mood or anxiety concerns<\/span><\/p>\n

    DORAL HEATH & WELLNESS EXCELLENCE IN DIABETES<\/span>
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    \n\u2022 Expertise in treating all ages: In addition to treating adults, Doral Health & Wellness has a dedicated program for children and adolescents dealing with diabetes. Our team will help your child live a full and healthy life with the right medical treatments, expert disease management, and lifestyle changes.
    \n\u2022 Specialists in Remote Patients Management: Illness and surgery can affect your blood sugar levels. At Doral Health & Wellness, patients in our Remote Patient Care Management Programs with diabetes have their blood sugar level monitored and treated by an endocrinology team member 24 hours a day<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

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    A Full Range of Services<\/h2><\/div>

    Through a comprehensive approach towards wellness care, Doral Health & Wellness provides some of the highest quality healthcare for the elderly.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>