Patient Education Programs

This diabetes self-management education program has been awarded Recognition by the American Diabetes Association in accordance with the National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education Programs.

Living with Diabetes

A six hour, comprehensive course which covers many topics including diabetes medications, sick day rules, exercise and nutrition. There are separate classes for those with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.

KNOWLEDGE IS POWER
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from the Living with Diabetes Series.

Carbohydrate Counting

A two hour class aimed at helping the person with diabetes learn more about the role of carbohydrates and how it relates to their blood sugar control.

Insulin Pump Orientation

A two hour class which provides information and expectations of insulin pump therapy. A referral from a Joslin physician is required to attend.

Insulin Pump Initiation

A set of classes designed to help the patient start insulin pump therapy. These classes are only for Joslin patients who are insulin pump candidates.

Insulin Pump Support Group

The Joslin Center is considering starting a support group and/or networking program for people using the insulin pump. The support group would likely meet at the Joslin Center on a monthly basis. The "network" might be via mail, phone or e-mail. We would appreciate your input on possible meeting dates and interest in either of these programs.

For more information and to obtain a survey about the programs, please contact:

Diana Stuber
Joslin Diabetes Center
90 Presidential Plaza

Syracuse, NY 13202

315 464-2516