Diabetes Type 2: Tips for Living Well

Differing opinions on treatment plans, medication options and lifestyle approaches can often make treating Type 2 diabetes an uphill battle.

It is important for you to adopt a standard treatment plan where patients are able to benefit from the support of your entire staff.

Here is a look at what has helped our Internal Medicine practice best serve the patients looking for help addressing their Type 2 diabetes.

STEP 1: Mental Health Screening

Evaluating your mental health should always be first and foremost. Someone who is suffering from depression or mental health issues often does not have the ability to make the changes in their lives to address their Type 2 diabetes most effectively.

In addition to mental health screening it is also important to conduct foot exams upon every visit and to monitor your renal function.

STEP 2: Understanding Lifestyle Choices for Diabetes Management

Our staff becomes a resource for you to come to when looking to make better lifestyle choices. Our office becomes a positive place for you to heal.

We offer a list of vetted and approved community and office resources to help you succeed.

We also include include easy access to information pamphlets and ask lifestyle related questions at every office visit.

STEP 3: Medication to Control Type 2 Diabetes

While we always stress the importance of healthy diet and exercise in your care plan, it is also important to identify the medications that that best support you.

We identify possible side effects of all Type 2 diabetes medications as many often include weight gain.

Type 2 diabetes does not have to be an overwhelming obstacle to treat. Once you adopt a strategic treatment plan it can be a very manageable issue and a great way for you to feel the support of our entire practice.

Diabetes Type 2 Management at Bowie

For more information contact us to learn how we can work together to manage your type 2 diabetes.