At Mediclinic Durbanville, we believe that effective diabetes management requires a collaborative approach.
Our Diabetes Care Coordination program brings together a team of healthcare professionals dedicated to providing comprehensive care tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
The primary goal of diabetes care coordination is to enhance our diabetic patients' quality of life, prevent and treat related complications and decrease mortality. By addressing all aspects of diabetes management, we aim to empower patients and support them in their journey towards better health.
Our multidisciplinary team of experts works in a cross-functional fashion to assist patients with diabetes in the following ways:
- Understanding Your Condition: We provide education and resources to help patients gain a clearer understanding of diabetes and its impact on their health.
- Developing Healthy Lifestyle Habits: Our specialists guide patients in creating personalised lifestyle plans, including nutrition and exercise, to promote their overall wellbeing.
- Effective Blood Sugar Management: We offer tools and strategies to help patients monitor and manage their blood sugar levels more effectively.
- Addressing Associated Complications: Diabetes is frequently associated with the metabolic syndrome. We treat the whole patient.
- Reducing Complications: Through regular check-ups and coordinated care, we aim to minimise the risk of diabetes-related complications.
At Mediclinic Durbanville, we are committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate care for our diabetes patients. If you or a loved one are living with diabetes, our team is here to support you every step of the way. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact us today!
Benefits of a Multidisciplinary Approach
- Comprehensive Care: Addresses all aspects of diabetes management, leading to better health outcomes.
- Improved Patient Education: Enhances understanding of the condition and self-management strategies.
- Collaborative Decision-Making: Encourages input from various specialists, leading to more personalised treatment plans.
- Ongoing Support: Provides continuous motivation and resources to help patients maintain their health.
By working together, this team can significantly enhance the quality of life for individuals with diabetes and help prevent complications.
A multidisciplinary team plays a crucial role in diabetes care, ensuring comprehensive management and support for individuals with diabetes. Here are key components of their roles:
- Endocrinologist: Diagnoses various types of diabetes. Stabilises diabetics in hospital. Screens for and manages complications. Manages complex cases of diabetes. Supports general practitioners and treating physicians in treatment of diabetes. Management of type 1 diabetes and insulin pump therapy. Holistic management of comorbidities.
- Specialist Physicians: Diagnosis and treatment of diabetes at a specialist level. Referral to Endocrinologist in complex cases.
- Diabetes Educator: Provides education on self-management and injection techniques, including blood glucose monitoring, nutrition and physical activity.
- Registered Dietitian: Develops personalised meal plans, addresses nutritional needs and helps manage weight.
- Nurse: Offers day-to-day support, administers medications and monitors patient progress.
- Podiatrist: Focuses on foot care to prevent complications such as ulcers and infections.
- Ophthalmologist: Monitors and treats eye-related complications, such as diabetic retinopathy.
- Mental Health Professional: Addresses the psychological aspects of living with diabetes, providing support for stress, anxiety and depression.
- Pharmacist: Assists with medication management, education on side effects and ensuring adherence.
- Exercise Physiotherapist: Designs tailored exercise programs to improve fitness and manage weight.