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Diabetes Center
Diabetes has been described as a worldwide epidemic with the numbers of patients risi These statistics are alarming, considering the serious effects on the body when the disease is “out of control” or left untreated. Complications such as kidney failure, heart disease, stroke and blindness can result. But there is hope and help available. At the FMH Diabetes Center, our highly skilled team of diabetes clinicians can teach you how to live well with diabetes. Working with your healthcare provider
Contact the FMH Diabetes Center at 240-379-6045.
Studies have shown that uncontrolled diabetes interferes with the body’s ability to heal during other major illness, infection, or surgery. In efforts to prevent complications, and to promote diabetes awareness, FMH has instituted a policy where all inpatients 18 years of age and above receive either a glucose fingerstick or a venous blood glucose upon admission to the hospital.
FMH has a team of Diabetes Nurse Educators who follow inpatients with documented blood glucose elevations, providing diabetes support as needed. The educator communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s diabetes needs, and patients requiring follow-up education are referred by the physician to the Outpatient Diabetes Center for Diabetes Self-Management Education or “DSME”. Outpatient Services The FMH Diabetes Center’s Self-Management Education program is designed to assist patients in making the needed behavior changes and to track progress over a full year. The DSME services consist of a 10-hour program, generally provided in a relaxed group setting to facilitate learning and exchange of ideas. All of the component classes are taught by dieticians and registered nurses, specializing in the field of diabetes education. Program content includes:
All patients receive a free A1c test at baseline, and when they return for three and twelve month follow-up to monitor their self-management progress. The American Diabetes Association recognizes this education service as meeting the National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education. Diabetes Support Groups Adult Support Group The Third Wednesday of each Month School-Age and Parents Group Insulin Pump Group Diabetes and Pregnancy Classes include:
Individual Consultations Individual programs are also available for those with language and learning barriers, and for those requiring the services of an interpreter. Click Here for class schedules and locations.
Fees Many insurance companies recognize that diabetes education can prevent or delay the complications that result from uncontrolled diabetes. Many will reimburse for diabetes self-management education. At the time that you are registered at the Diabetes Center, insurance verification is obtained or a payment plan is created. If you have any questions about diabetes or would like more information about our programs, please call the Contact the FMH Diabetes Center at 240-379-6045.
Are You at Risk? The following weight chart is based on a measure called the Body Mass Index (BMI). The chart shows UNHEALTHY weights for men and women age 35 or older at the listed heights. At risk weights are lower for individuals under the age of 35.
Diabetes Risk Assessment Test Read each statement, then write in the points next to each one that is true for you. If a statement is not true, put a zero. When you are done, add the points to get your total score. If you are of African American, Hispanic/Latino, Native American, Asian American or Pacific Islander descent, pay special attention because diabetes is more common in these ethnic groups.
The symptoms alone may not suggest the disease, but when two or more symptoms are combined, testing is recommended If you scored 3 – 9 points, you are probably at low risk for having diabetes. However, new guidelines recommend everyone age 45 and over consider being tested for diabetes every three years. If you are at high risk, you should consider being tested at a younger age. Whether you are at high or low risk for diabetes, finding out more about the disease could someday help you or someone you love. For more information, contact the FMH Diabetes Center at 240-379-6045.
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ng everywhere. In the United States it is the sixth leading cause of death by disease, and affects almost 17 million Americans. Frederick County surpasses the national average.
, our team will assess your needs and create a plan of care to improve your quality of life on a daily basis, as well as to prevent the long-term complications of the disease.
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