Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
The Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, part of the Department of Medicine, offers world-class patient care, research programs, and education and training opportunities
Diabetes Care
Expert care for managing diabetes at every stage
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Helping You Manage Life with Diabetes
At Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC), we understand that diabetes management can be challenging. Our goal is to provide you with complete care that meets all your needs.
Our team includes endocrinologists, certified diabetes educators (CDEs) and primary care providers. Whether you need routine monitoring, specialized treatment or support managing diabetes-related complications, we are here for you. Our diabetes primary care program ensures you get the support you need to manage your condition.
Understanding Diabetes
Diabetes is a condition where your body has trouble managing blood sugar levels. There are several types of diabetes:
- Prediabetes: Blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not yet diabetes.
- Gestational Diabetes: Develops during pregnancy and usually goes away after birth.
- Type 1 Diabetes: The body doesn't produce insulin.
- Type 2 Diabetes: The body doesn't use insulin properly.
Prevention & Screening
Preventing diabetes and catching it early is key. At BIDMC, your primary care provider will offer preventive care and screening tests to monitor your blood sugar levels. Our Healthcare Associates (HCA) Diabetes Program is dedicated to helping you stay healthy.
Managing Diabetes
If you have diabetes, our team will help you manage it. We provide diabetes education on how to control your glucose and blood sugar levels to avoid complications. You can see specialists at the Joslin Diabetes Center for advanced care. Together, our approach combines prevention, early diagnosis and effective management to help you live a healthy life with diabetes. BIDMC also offers inpatient diabetes care.
Additional Services
Diabetes can cause problems like diabetic retinopathy (eye damage) and neuropathy (nerve damage). We offer specialized care to manage these issues. At BIDMC, you can find help with many conditions related to diabetes.
