Joslin Diabetes Center

Whether you have had diabetes for a number of years or were recently diagnosed, now is a good time to come to the Joslin Diabetes Center, Affiliate at Alle-Kiski Medical Center (AKMC). As one of the newest affiliate locations, we are proud to be a part of Joslin, a world leader in diabetes treatment, research and education. Established in 1898, the Joslin Diabetes Center is an internationally recognized diabetes treatment, research and education institution affiliated with Harvard Medical School and headquartered in Boston.

When Elliott P. Joslin, M.D., began treating patients, he believed that patients needed to be actively involved in their own care. He and his team urged patients to achieve blood sugars as close to normal as possible to prevent complications. These steps could lead to a long and healthy life.

The Joslin Diabetes Center at AKMC uses a team approach to diabetes self-management including a specially trained physician, nurse, dietitian and exercise physiologist. In addition, we offer a wide variety of programs, classes and support groups for the person with diabetes as well as their significant other.

This class is for individuals interested in learning how to manage their diabetes, care for themselves and control blood glucose levels. A comprehensive series of classes designed to cover the 10 content areas of information outlined by the American Diabetes Association, this program must be attended on two consecutive Wednesdays. The series is divided in two classes of four hours each. Each class will offer a specific content outline. Individual consultation is also available by appointment with a diabetes nurse educator and a registered dietitian.

The education series and individual consultation fees are reimbursable by most insurance plans. To determine your coverage, please check with your insurer.

• Monitoring Matters
• Starting Insulin
• Nutrition I
• Carbohydrate Counting
• Gestational Diabetes
• Gestational Diabetes Nutrition
• Insulin Pumping – Is it for you?
• Insulin Pump Initiation

Click here to visit the national Joslin Diabetes Center website (www.joslin.org)
Click here to visit the Joslin diabetes education library