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This class covers a range of topics including disease process, coping, medications, monitoring, physical activity and nutrition principles. This is good for beginners or those who have not attended classes in a long time.

This class is recognized by the American Diabetes Association for meeting National Diabetes Education Standards. Instructors are either Certified Diabetes Educators (CDE) or preparing for the specialty certification exam.  We welcome you to bring a guest to learn with you and support your diabetes health efforts.

A physician prescription and insurance referral (if applicable) is required for class. The cost of the program can be billed to your insurance company but it is recommended that you contact your insurance company before attending to verify coverage and out of pocket costs.

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A good way to safely ease back into exercise. Supervised by health professionals.

Support for children and teens with diabetes and their parents. This support group is independent of ADA recognized programs.

Fee: Free

One-on-one instruction for you and a friend or family member. Available by appointment.

This class is recognized by the American Diabetes Association for meeting National Diabetes Education Standards. Instructors are either Certified Diabetes Educators (CDE) or preparing for the specialty certification exam.  We welcome you to bring a guest to learn with you and support your diabetes health efforts.

A physician prescription and insurance referral (if applicable) is required for class. The cost of the program can be billed to your insurance company but it is recommended that you contact your insurance company before attending to verify coverage and out of pocket costs.

Come and meet with other people who know what it is to have diabetes. This is a good place to talk about your concerns and have the understanding of others. Sometimes meeting with others who have “been there” can help you understand and learn tips for diabetes management or coping.

Fee: Free

Whether it has been a few months or a few years, you are welcome to make an appointment to either get back on track or fine-tune your diabetes control plan. Call the Diabetes Education Program at any of the hospital locations below:

Insulin pump training for adults with Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes. Program designed to help you decide if the insulin pump is right for you. Certified diabetes educators will assist you in pump selection, understanding operation, counting carbohydrates and getting adjusted to a new type of insulin therapy.

This class is recognized by the American Diabetes Association for meeting National Diabetes Education Standards. Instructors are either Certified Diabetes Educators (CDE) or preparing for the specialty certification exam.  We welcome you to bring a guest to learn with you and support your diabetes health efforts.

A physician prescription and insurance referral (if applicable) is required for class. The cost of the program can be billed to your insurance company but it is recommended that you contact your insurance company before attending to verify coverage and out of pocket costs.

For more information, call (313) 343-6830

Diabetes Outpatient Education Program designed for patients with diabetes who are pregnant. Program features class topics such as pregnancy risks, monitoring and a meal plan for better blood sugar control.

This class is recognized by the American Diabetes Association for meeting National Diabetes Education Standards. Instructors are either Certified Diabetes Educators (CDE) or preparing for the specialty certification exam.  We welcome you to bring a guest to learn with you and support your diabetes health efforts.

A physician prescription and insurance referral (if applicable) is required for class. The cost of the program can be billed to your insurance company but it is recommended that you contact your insurance company before attending to verify coverage and out of pocket costs.