Chronic Diseases Prevention and Care

The diabetes education program at the UTMB Stark Diabetes Center is recognized by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) for Quality Self-Management Education. The ADA recognition effort is a voluntary process that assures diabetes education programs meet national standards. One of the primary goals of the education recognition program is to ensure high-quality, consistent education for patient self-care, to reduce unnecessary hospital admissions and prevent some of the acute and chronic complications of diabetes.

The educational program includes interactive sessions with our certified diabetes care and education specialists and dietitian. During these sessions, you will learn about diabetes, medications and complications, self-management and care, and healthy nutrition. The program also offers a support group discussing diabetes-relevant topics monthly. For more details, ask your healthcare provider.

iDSMES offers you a continuation of your diabetes education. In addition to receiving standard DSMES, you can continue learning best practices for self-management and care along with fundamental skills to make healthier lifestyle choices that last a lifetime! Stay motivated and engaged by sharing this journey with others in the group and our team of certified diabetes care and education specialists, lifestyle coaches, and Journey for Control’s U.S. Diabetes Conversation Map® trainers.