What Is Diabetes Management?
Caused by elevated blood sugar, diabetes is a medical condition in which a lack of insulin or insulin resistance can contribute to many chronic health issues. Diabetes can result in serious long-term damage to the eyes, kidneys, heart, and more if left untreated. Although it can affect any individual at any age, the disease most commonly affects adults over the age of 45. To diagnose diabetes, board-certified internal medicine physician Dr. Laura E. Babe will conduct a simple blood test known as a fasting blood sugar screen to measure how much glucose is found in the blood. A healthy blood sugar level is a reading of 100 or less, 100 – 125 may indicate pre-diabetes, and 125 or higher could mean that the person is likely diabetic. An A1C blood test, which averages blood sugar levels over 2 – 3 months, can determine whether your diabetes is under control or requires further medical care.
Laura E. Babe, MD, PLC is affiliated with MDVIP, a national network of concierge-like primary care physicians, providing personalized primary care with a membership. Our practice devotes more time to fewer patients so we can personally address your concerns and conditions when you need treatment. Contact our Ann Arbor, MI staff today to schedule an appointment and learn more about our personalized medical practice and annual membership. Aesthetic services do not require a membership.
What Can I Expect from Diabetes Management?
To better control diabetes, we advise and monitor our patients' progress as they implement the following plan:
- Make healthy lifestyle choices to control blood pressure, cholesterol, and weight
- Eat a healthy, balanced, "low-carb" diet and "good" carbs, such as whole-grain products, vegetables, and fruits
- Avoid processed sugars, saturated fats, and high salt
- Engage in regular exercise
- Check and record blood sugar regularly
- Drink plenty of water
- Avoid sugary soft drinks
- Schedule and keep important medical checkups
- Take medications and insulin as prescribed
What Are the Benefits of Diabetes Management?
Diabetes can be a severe and debilitating condition if left untreated. Managing diabetes is essential for living the life you want to lead now and into the future. Dr. Babe can help you with a customized diabetes management plan. Potential benefits of diabetes management in Ann Arbor, MI include:
- Lower A1C levels
- Regular checkups to monitor progress or any necessary changes
- Losing weight and getting rid of body fat
- Diet and exercise plans specially tailored for managing diabetes
- Ensuring insulin and any other medications you’re taking are working as intended
- Customized care
Laura E. Babe, MD, PLC Reviews
Primary physician Dr Laura Babe - I have Been seen Dr. Babe since shortly after she started her practice. She has seen me through the loss of my spouse who was also a patient and helped me with several emotional personal issues.. Dr. Babe is thorough, pleasant, professional, and very interested in the well-being of her patients. Her office staff is outstanding. I will continue seeing Dr. Babe as long as I can’t afford the fee and able to travel.
Dr. Babe is an excellent doctor. - Dr. Babe takes time to listen to my health concerns and try and find good solutions.
Great Doctor - Dr. Babe is a reliable, sensible, down to earth physician, who spends time getting to know her patients, has a great sense of humor, and is very knowledgeable about medicine. I trust her judgment completely.
I would highly recommend her. - She is a 'no-nonsense' doctor, which I appreciate. Another attribute I like is when I call on her cell phone outside office hours she responds almost immediately.
I Feel So Lucky - Dr. Babe has consistently provided me with excellent care, combined with good humor, understanding, and intelligence. I congratulate myself often that I had the good sense--and that she had the availability--to join her practice.
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Manage Your Diabetes
Regardless of your age or your type of diabetes, Laura E. Babe, MD, PLC can help you take control of your life and navigate the unique challenges of living with diabetes here in Ann Arbor, MI. To learn more about our diabetic case management services, please reach out to Dr. Laura E. Babe at your earliest convenience. There may not be a cure for diabetes, but you can manage it by continually monitoring your blood counts and your health and receiving regular treatment.