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Nutrition
and Diabetes Education Clinic
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Improving health with food and nutrition
The Nutrition and Diabetes Education Clinic is staffed by
experienced Registered Dietitians and Certified Diabetes
Educators.
809 E. Chestnut St.
Bellingham, WA 98225
PH: 360-738-6300 ext. 4221
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Left to Right:
Judy Good, Clinical
Nutrition Coordinator;
Cindy Brinn,MS,RD,CD,CDE;
Kristine Duncan,MS,RD,CD,CDE;
Marj O'Dell,RD,CD;
Patty Johnson,MS,RD,
CD.
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The
Nutrition & Diabetes Education Clinic provides management and
support for:
Diabetes Self-Management Education
and Glucose Intolerance:
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Self Monitoring of blood glucose
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Personalized meal plans
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Carbohydrate counting
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Management of complications
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Medication effects
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Gestational
diabetes management
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Weight
Management
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Development of exercise goals
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American Diabetes Association curriculum
Cardiovascular
Disease:
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Coronary artery
disease
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Hypertension
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Hypercholesterolemia
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Congestive heart
failure
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Weight Management
Benefits of Medical
Nutrition Therapy
Medical nutrition therapy is very effective in the
treatment and prevention of many nutrition-related diseases, including
diabetes and heart disease. Better food choices can improve
energy, endurance and well-being, and can slow the progression of
chronic diseases. Our care focuses on helping individuals
achieve their nutrition goals in a positive and supportive
environment.
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Physician Referral
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| Medical nutrition therapy is often
reimbursed by
insurance providers, but that can vary with each individual
insurance policy. Please check with your insurance provider
for specific coverage and benefit information. |
A
physician referral is required for nutrition therapy. Request
that your health care provider fax a referral to our clinic at
360-715-6495. |
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