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Are you interested in participating in our clinical trials?
Many patients view their participation in a clinical trial as a positive experience, and as an opportunity to gain better control of their condition.
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DIABETES EDUCATION CENTRE
We believe that people with diabetes and those involved in their care have the right to quality professional resources and education to help them better manage their diabetes.
Our Service is primarily involved in Adult Care and is able to provide extensive education in diabetes and its management skills. Sessions are conducted on a one-to-one and/or group basis.
Various topics are covered within an Education Program:
 Overview of diabetes type 1, type 2 or gestational
Impaired fasting glucose (IFG) and impaired glucose tolerance (IGT)
Nutrition, food and eating with diabetes
Activity and exercise
NSW Health Department Standards of Care
Blood glucose monitoring and the National Diabetes Services Scheme
Dental care
Oral hypoglycaemic medications
Insulin injections and ambulatory stabilisation
Hypoglycaemia management
Sick day management
Foot care
RTA notification
Travel
Coping strategies, stress management and other psychosocial issues
Liaison with other Allied Health Professional
Services eg Podiatry, Social Work
The Staff primarily involved in your education will be the Doctor, Dietitian (go to Nutrition Services) and the Diabetes Nurse Educator. The Clinical Psychologist (go to Clinical Psychology Services) is also available for consultation. The Hospital Podiatry Service can be arranged for people who satisfy the Service’s criteria.
For people who do not speak English as their first language, an interpreter can be provided as required at no financial cost.
Phone enquiries about management issues or for further information are welcome at any time during working hours or by Voicemail or fax outside these hours.
Hours of Operation:
8.00am – 4.30pm Monday to Friday except Public Holidays
Key Contacts:
Medical Director, Dr Martyn Sulway or Manager, Brad Marney RN
Phone Numbers:
(02) 9926 7229
Fax Number:
(02) 9901 4236
Address:
Cnr of Herbert Street and Carpark C Road, St Leonards, NSW 2065
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