The Center for Diabetes Management

Knowledge is one of the most important weapons in the fight against diabetes. Hillcrest’s Center for Diabetes Management is built on this belief.

As one of the oldest and largest diabetes management programs in Tulsa, the Center is dedicated to providing patients with the information and support they need to manage their disease. Recognizing a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work for everyone, the Center’s team of highly-trained dieticians, nurses and specialists works with each patient to tailor a program that includes diet, exercise and medication to fit his or her lifestyle. Through group sessions and one-on-one support, patients learn the skills they need to take control of their diabetes and live healthier lives.

Studies show that patients who understand diabetes and follow the treatments prescribed by their physicians live longer and have fewer complications than those who do not received comprehensive diabetes education and self-care training.

There are numerous benefits to our comprehensive education classes.

• Classes are presented in a fun atmosphere with useful materials
• Our team of educators provides you with individualized goals and eating plans.
• Choose a class time that best fits into your schedule – morning, afternoon or evening classes are available.
• New classes are offered every week
• Most insurance, including Medicare, cover diabetes education
• Our staff stays on the cutting-edge of diabetes treatment, and is often able to offer patients the opportunity to participate in research and clinical trials for investigational treatments and technologies.
• Referral process is easy for your primary care physician.
• How to schedule an appointment, or enroll in a class
• Ask your physician to fax or mail a referral to the Hillcrest Center for Diabetes Management.
• After we receive your physician’s referral, then our staff will call you to schedule an appointment or class.
• Many insurance plans and Medicare cover these services for their members. Please check with your insurance company to verify if Diabetes Self-Management Training is a covered benefit. Services are also available on a fee-for-service basis.
• We are committed to providing excellent service at an affordable price.

Classes

Type 2 Diabetes Classes

A four-part series that provides detailed education on basic facts, meal planning, exercise, diabetes medications, blood glucose monitoring, stress, preventing acute and chronic complications, problem solving, community resources and more. This class is taught by a registered dietitian, registered nurse, and certified diabetes educator

Intensive Self-Management Training for Type 1 Diabetes

This individualized education class is taught by a registered dietitian and registered nurse team on all aspects of living with Type 1 diabetes including insulin therapy and carbohydrate counting.

Gestational Diabetes Education

This class focuses on diabetes during pregnancy, meal planning, exercise and blood glucose monitoring. One of our certified diabetes educators will follow-up with all class attendees via the phone.

Pre-Diabetes Education

This two-part class provides nutrition education on meal planning, exercise and tips on delaying or preventing diabetes.

Insulin Pump Training

Assessment of current skills by a nurse and dietitian is required before pump initiation training is started. The Hillcrest Center for Diabetes Management provides training and instruction on pump use. A physician’s order and insurance pre-authorization is required prior to taking this class.

Individualized Education & Care Plans for Children and Adults

A one-on-one consult with a registered dietitian specializing in meal planning and a registered nurse who specializes in diabetes management will help you establish an individualized self-management plan.

Additional classes are available on a 1-on-1 consultation:

• Diabetes Meal Planning and Carbohydrate Counting
• Individualized Exercise
• Glucose Meter with Instruction
• Insulin Teaching