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Talk to Your Doctor

Ask your physician about diabetes education and prevention.

Diabetes Self-Management Program

VHC Health's Diabetes Management Program is recognized by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) for Quality Self-Management Education.

Participants in our programs learn:

  • What to eat – comprehensive nutritional guidance on carbohydrate counting, label reading, meal planning, grocery shopping and fitting in favorite foods.
  • How to monitor – instructions on using a blood glucose meter or continuous glucose monitor, blood sugar targets and pattern management skills.
  • What to expect – education on avoiding or delaying long-term complications, managing medications, avoiding low blood glucose and available support services.

Diabetes Management Assessment Form

Type 2 Diabetes

Individual appointments and/or group classes covering subjects such as healthy eating, weight loss, avoiding complications, and blood glucose monitoring.

Type 1 Diabetes

Individual sessions with a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDE) and monthly online support group for peer help. Topics include carbohydrate counting, insulin titration, and insulin pump training.

Gestational Diabetes

Individual appointments to help ensure a healthy pregnancy through balanced nutrition and controlling blood glucose levels.

You’ll need a referral from your doctor to participate in this program.

Gestational Diabetes Assessment Form

Diabetes Risk Factors

You have a higher risk of developing prediabetes or type 2 diabetes if you:

  • Are 45 or older
  • Are overweight
  • Are physically inactive
  • Have a family history of type 2 diabetes
  • Have had gestational diabetes

Access Mayo Clinic’s Expertise

As part of the Mayo Clinic Care Network, VHC Health brings the world-renowned expertise and knowledge of Mayo Clinic to our community. How can I access the expertise of Mayo Clinic? It’s simple – all you need is to be under the care of a physician on VHC Health medical Staff. 

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