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Oklahoma
has the second highest occurrence of diabetes in the United
States. For many people, receiving this diagnosis can cause
questions, concerns and anxiety. To impact and inform citizens who have the disease,
the JCMH Diabetes Center of Excellence was formed to provide
education and training. A Registered Nurse and a Registered
Dietitian host bi-monthly diabetes education classes for newly
diagnosed diabetic patients and patients who have diabetes
and need education and lifestyle information. The JCMH
Diabetes Center of Excellence team works with healthcare
professionals on current treatment options, clinical
protocols, and research data. They teach diabetes
patients and family members to manage their disease to live
longer, healthier lives. They also work with insurance
companies, pharmaceutical companies, government agencies and
other healthcare organizations on improving the care for
those with diabetes.
What type of programs are
available?
How do I get started?
Does my insurance cover the classes?
| Individualized education and
self-management training is offered in all aspects of
diabetes self-care including: |
- Diabetes disease process/self-care
- Nutrition
- Physical Activity
- Medication - pills and insulin
- Monitoring
- Crisis intervention
- Preventing, detecting, and treating complications
- Emotional issues
- Diabetes and pregnancy
- Goal setting
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Programs available:
Type
2 Class
A group program for those newly-diagnosed with type 2
diabetes or those who have had no training in managing
diabetes. This is also a good refresher course for the
most current diabetes information. The program
includes seven hours of group training with individual
follow-up. Topics include:
- The disease process
- Self-management and treatment
- Self blood glucose monitoring
- Nutrition - eating out and changing recipes
- Preventing problems
- Foot care
- Exercise
Gestational Diabetes Program
Women who have been diagnosed with gestational diabetes can
take part in a small group program or individual sessions,
and follow-up with a dietitian or nurse. Topics
include:
- The disease process
- Goals of control and desired results
- Self blood glucose monitoring
- Ketone testing
- When to alert your doctor
- Nutrition and exercise
Insulin Pump Program
This program provides training on use of a continuous
subcutaneous insulin infusion system (insulin pump).
Six to nine hours of training, in small group or individual
sessions, are provided by diabetes specialists who are
certified pump trainers Topics include:
- Pump operation and getting ready for initiation
- Site care
- Safety and emergency situations
- Daily adjustments/instructions
- Hypoglycemic management
- Insulin pattern management
- Carbohydrate counting and meal planning
- Self blood glucose monitoring
"AIM" for Better Control (Advanced
Insulin Management)
"AIM" is a personal program for those ready for advanced
training in insulin therapy, and who are moving to intensive
insulin therapy using basal and bolus insulins with multiple
injections. Topics include:
- Insulin management
- Problem solving
- Carbohydrate counting
- Nutrition planning
- Crisis management and preventing problems
- Self-management
Outpatient Insulin Programs - Type 1
or 2
These individualized programs are designed for people who
have just been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, or for those
with type 2 requiring insulin. The basic knowledge and
skills needed to begin insulin therapy are covered.
Depending on diabetes type, the programs include four to
nine hours of personalized instruction Topics include:
- Insulin injection and management
- Self blood glucose monitoring
- Ketone testing
- Nutrition planning
- Crisis intervention and problems solving
- Insulin adjustments and supplements
- Blood glucose pattern control
- Preventing problems
How do I get
Started?
Follow these steps to get started.
1- Talk to your doctor about which
program is right for you. He or she can then refer you
to the JCMH Diabetes Center for education based on your
specific needs.
2- Check with your insurance
provider about your diabetes education benefits. Most
insurance plans cover all or part of these programs.
3- Call (580) 477-7297 for class
time and information or to schedule an appointment for class
or individual consultation.
Does my
insurance cover the diabetes classes?
Check with your insurance provider about your
diabetes education benefits. Most insurance plans
cover all or part of these programs.
The ultimate goal is of the Diabetes Educational Program is
to have a healthier public that is educated and informed and
able to live full, productive lives.
The Diabetes Support Group meets the third Thursday of
every month in the Education Center at 6 p.m.
The Diabetes Center of Excellence is part of Jackson County
Memorial Hospital and is located in the east annex. For more
information, call 477-7297.
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