Expert Medical Care
Good Diabetes Care starts with a comprehensive evaluation by a physician specialized in the management of diabetes. The patient is assigned to an appropriate treatment plan that includes lifestyle modification and medications when needed. The medical team at Joslin is updated with the latest developments in diabetes management including new medications, insulin preparations and insulin pump program. Treatment protocols are based on the Joslin-Care guidelines. Prevention of long term diabetes complications is a high priority to the Joslin medical team.
Education
Staying healthy with diabetes requires a good share of knowledge and skills on the patient's part. Daily decisions include making healthy food choices, monitoring blood glucose levels, being physically active and taking medications properly. It is not uncommon for people with diabetes to experience anxiety and fear regarding major life changes and possible future complications. The diabetes educator is the ideal guide to help overcome fears by providing the necessary basic knowledge and survival skills.
Nutrition
A proper meal plan is fundamental to good diabetes control. People with diabetes will learn that they do not need any special "diet" food but rather a healthy balance of food spread out over the day. The specialized dietitian will advise patients on healthy food choices and portions using simple methods and food models. Weight reduction programs are also available in conjunction with the exercise unit:disorders.
Podiatry
Treatment for all foot problems are undertaken at the Center. Particular care is offered to those with diabetes, in both prevention and cure of their specialized needs. Thepodiatry unit is well equipped and also offers a unique "shoe adaptation"service to help you avoid footwear related complication. Footcare advice is tailored to the needs of the individual.
JVN - Eye Care (in Association with Dr Haifa Clinic)
The Joslin Vision NetworkTM (JVN) is a breakthrough technology and clinical service designed to prevent vision loss for people with diabetes. Diabetes is the leading cause of vision loss and blindnessin the United States, yet most patients don't get the recommended care they need. Diabetic retinopathy is one of the most significant complications of diabetes. The problem is compounded because the disease is asymptomatic. Missed or inadequate care can lead to devastating results. With early detection and appropriate treatment, vision loss can be prevented. The JVN is the only diagnostic retinal evaluation service that offers patients with diabetes a pain-free and NON dilated diabetic eye evaluation; also it is the only service that provides highly accurate; retillal evaluations. Results and care recommendations are exchanged with the world-renowned Joslin Diabetes in Boston within 48hours.
Exercise Physiology
JOSLIN Diabetes Centre Bahrain Affiliate involves diabetic patients with a supervised exercise program that is suitable for each individual’s diabetic management and education relating to the physical activity prescribed. The program includes aspects of physical activity as well as education that are specific to the need of the individual. The fitness centre also ensures that every effort has been made to minimise the risks of high and low blood sugar responses to exercise. .
