Diabetes Education and Training

Gestational Diabetes Education
Gestational diabetes education is provided by certified diabetes educators who follow the American Diabetes Association standards of care.

Topics covered include:

• How diabetes occurs during pregnancy
• Complications of gestational diabetes
• Monitoring blood sugar levels
• Meal planning

For information about making an appointment, please call 207.487.4040.

Glucose Monitor Training
Our diabetes educators can show you how to use your home glucose monitor to manage your blood sugar. For help scheduling an appointment, please call 207.487.4040.

Injection Training
Our diabetes educators can show you how to inject insulin or other diabetes medications prescribed by your provider. For help scheduling an appointment, please call 207.487.4040.

Insulin Pump Evaluation and Training
Insulin pump therapy can help you achieve near normal blood sugar level. During your first session, you and a certified diabetes educator decide if an insulin pump is right for you. If the answer is yes, we work with you for in-depth training sessions, initial pump start, and then on-going follow-up on a quarterly basis.

For help scheduling an appointment, please call 207.487.4040.

Intensive Insulin Therapy
Intensive insulin management is designed to help you attain your blood sugar goals. We connect you with a certified diabetes educator who will help you learn how to use insulin and manage your diabetes.

For help scheduling an appointment, please contact 207.487.4040.

Meal Planning Made Easy
We understand making changes to your diet can be tough. SVH dietitians work with you to create a meal plan that is just right for you. Our caring educators will help you select healthier food choices, manage your weight, and achieve personal health goals safely.

For more information or help making an appointment, call 207.487.4040.