Diabetes Education Center

(845) 794-3300 extension 2106

The Diabetes Education Center at Catskill Regional Medical Center provides comprehensive, individualized programs designed to help people with diabetes attain optimal health. An American Diabetes Association-recognized program with a focus on self management, we teach patients how to take control of their diabetes and the skills necessary to manage their diabetes on a daily basis.

A highly qualified and dedicated staff of professionals works in conjunction with your primary care provider to give you the best in collaborative care. Our staff consists of Certified Diabetes Educators, a Registered Dietitian, and an Exercise Physiologist with expert input from a Board Certified Endocrinologist.

Whether you are newly diagnosed or have had diabetes for years, we design a management plan just for you. Highlights of our program include:

Group classes for basic self management education.
Management of diabetes during pregnancy
Insulin injection technique and management
Individualized nutrition assessment and counseling
Insulin pump administration
Weight management programs
Spanish speaking diabetes educators
Ongoing diabetes education including the latest methods of treatment and annual refresher classes

At The Diabetes Education Center, we recognize that knowledge is the key to managing your diabetes and strive to provide information to you in a warm, fun, and interesting manner. We provide support and improve quality of care for people with diabetes throughout Sullivan County and the surrounding areas.

We recognize the importance of working in conjunction with your primary care provider and thus, we require a referral for our services. We accept most insurance including Medicare and Medicaid. For more information, please contact us at 845.794.3300 extension 2106. We are available Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm.

For more information on diabetes, please refer to American Diabetes Website at:

www.diabetes.org

Or the North Eastern New York Diabetes Educators website at:

www.nenyde.org