DIABETES EDUCATION
The University of Toledo Center for Diabetes Management, Education, and Training
Michelle Schroeder is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine,
Endocrinology Division. She is the Program Coordinator for Diabetes Management, Education
and Training. The program was created to meet the need for education and treatment
of large numbers of diabetics and guide them to a healthy lifestyle. Please contact
her to make an appointment at: 419-383-1908.
Goals:
- To treat each individual with kindness and compassion; to listen and consider each person's needs.
- To create a positive impact on lives of individuals through implementation of patient-focused services.
- To empower individuals to take control of their healthcare through interactive education classes and self-management coaching.
- To provide an encouraging environment that values and promotes cultural respect, in which individuals can find answers regarding their healthcare and treatment goals.
- To become a center of excellence for diabetes education, providing education and services that meet local and regional needs.
Other Resources
The LEAP Clinic - Lifestyle, Eating, Activities and Attitudes Program For more information, please call 419-383-3771
University of Toledo Department of Pediatrics & The Morse Center/YMCA LEAP Clinic
The American Diabetes Association, Diabetes Meal Planning http://www.diabetes.org/food-and-fitness/food/planning-meals/
The Guide to Medicare Preventive Services for Physicians, Providers, Suppliers, and
Other Health Care Professionals http://www.cms.hhs.gov/MLNProducts/downloads/mps_guide_web-061305.pdf
Diabetes-Related Services brochure http://www.cms.hhs.gov/MLNProducts/downloads/DiabetesSvcs.pdf
National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP) http://ndep.nih.gov/
In the News
Hard exercise curbs metabolic syndrome, read more http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/07/08/health/webmd/main4240477.shtm