CONSULTANT

• Professor R. Madhavan M.D

Our department is dedicated to the care of diabetics by:

• Early detection by screening.
• Patient education and concept of self care after detection.
• Prevention of complications during disease course.
• Treatment of complications if they occur.

We have a team of specialist doctors, nurses, and dieticians trained to suggest, monitor and care for you. We aim to educate so as to enable you to gather sufficient information about the disease and therefore take control of it through the concept of self care. Starting with your first visit we promise you quality care not just for bringing your diabetes under control, but also every other related aspect of the disease, in order to lead a complete life.

EDUCATION

• Teaching you about the use of glucose meters.
• Teaching you about diet.
• Teaching you about the importance of good glycemic control.
• Regular eye check- up.
• An orthotist who will help you select appropriate foot wear.
• Foot clinic with the equipment to look for damage to your nerves or blood vessels.

Diabetes is a complex disease involving multiple organ systems and hence requires input from numerous specialists in different fields for complete management. The advantages of using our facilities extend to the fact that you have access to the following medical specialists who may be required in your care under the same roof.

• Ophthalmologist.
• Vascular surgeon.
• General surgeon.
• General surgeon.
• Nephrologist.
• Cardiologist.
• Neurologist.

During the initial visit, a through examination will assess your diabetes control. Next we will specifically look for any complications.

The examination will focus on:

• Weight.
• Blood Pressure.
• Blood glucose control.
• Lipid profile.
• Eye examination.
• Assessing the blood flow to feet.
• Assessment for any nerve damage to feet.
• Renal parameters.
• Cardiac status.