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
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.
Dr. Babe is always available addresses my needs. - Dr. Babe took the time to listen to my issues and addressed my concerns.
Dr. Babe and her staff are my heroes! - I recently went on an extended vacation to Vietnam. Dr. Babe worked with me for several months getting me ready for a very active vacation. I’m talking hundreds of stairs and many hills to climb. She worked with me with changing my blood pressure medications to make it easier to exercise and arranged therapy for both my back and shoulder. My trip was a tremendous success and I was able to do everything I wanted.
Dr. Babe takes all the time I need to talk to her. She listens and she asks all the right questions. She does not rush me and is kind and thoughtful. She is the best. I highly recommend her. She has a wonderful staff also.
Dr. Babe takes all the time I need to talk to her. She listens and she asks all the right questions. She does not rush me and is kind and thoughtful. She is the best. I highly recommend her.She has a wonderful staff also.
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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.