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How SBH Health System is Transforming Diabetes Care in the Bronx

The Bronx is at the epicenter of the diabetes crisis, with five of NYC’s worst neighborhoods for diabetes-related deaths located here, including areas near the hospital. Fordham-Bronx Park has the city’s highest rate at 14.6 percent, and many local children now have Type 2 diabetes, once seen only in adults. Diabetes heavily impacts minority and low-income populations, who often lack access to proper care. Many residents are unaware they have pre-diabetes or full diabetes, making early screening crucial. In response, SBH created the Diabetes Center to educate, screen, and treat residents.

From Screening to Specialized Treatments

Many local residents have pre-diabetes or full-blown diabetes without realizing it, particularly those at higher risk such as the overweight, those with a family history of diabetes, individuals with high blood pressure, and older adults. To combat this, SBH Health System offers vital services through its Diabetes Center, part of the Center for Comprehensive Care. The center provides essential screenings for pre-diabetes, early intervention strategies including daily blood sugar monitoring, regular doctor visits, lifestyle guidance, and necessary medications. Addressing poorly controlled diabetes, which poses severe health risks like heart attack and stroke, SBH is dedicated to educating and treating residents to prevent complications and improve overall health.

Screening and Diagnosis

This involves simple blood tests to measure glucose levels and assess your risk. Early diagnosis helps us create a personalized treatment plan, potentially preventing or delaying the onset of diabetes.

Blood Sugar Monitoring

Our team will teach you how to use blood glucose meters, track your levels, and understand what these numbers mean for your health. Regular monitoring helps in making timely adjustments to your treatment plan

Medication Management

We ensure you understand how to take your medication correctly and adjust dosages as needed, aiming to keep your blood sugar levels within a healthy range.

Nutritional Counseling

We provide guidance on meal planning, making healthy food choices, and understanding the impact of different foods on your blood sugar. A balanced diet is crucial for maintaining control over diabetes and overall health.

We manage and treat complications to prevent serious outcomes and ensure your health is stabilized.

Foot Care

Our experts will assess your foot health, provide necessary treatments, and guide you on how to take care of your feet to avoid complications.

Location for Diabetes Care Services at SBH

Center for Comprehensive Care (CCC), St. Barnabas Hospital

SBH Health System
4422 Third Avenue, 4th Floor
Bronx, NY 10457

(718) 960-3730 View on Google Maps

Meet our Diabetes & Endocrinology Team

Meet our highly skilled and board-certified endocrinologists, dedicated to providing exceptional care and management for all aspects of diabetes and endocrine health.

Questions? We here for support

Contact us for questions about your care, our services, and more.

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The Bronx is at the epicenter of the diabetes crisis, with five of NYC’s worst neighborhoods for diabetes-related deaths located here, including areas near the hospital. Fordham-Bronx Park has the city’s highest rate at 14.6 percent, and many local children now have Type 2 diabetes, once seen only in adults. Diabetes heavily impacts minority and low-income populations, who often lack access to proper care. Many residents are unaware they have pre-diabetes or full diabetes, making early screening crucial. In response, SBH created the Diabetes Center to educate, screen, and treat residents.

From Screening to Specialized Treatments

Many local residents have pre-diabetes or full-blown diabetes without realizing it, particularly those at higher risk such as the overweight, those with a family history of diabetes, individuals with high blood pressure, and older adults. To combat this, SBH Health System offers vital services through its Diabetes Center, part of the Center for Comprehensive Care. The center provides essential screenings for pre-diabetes, early intervention strategies including daily blood sugar monitoring, regular doctor visits, lifestyle guidance, and necessary medications. Addressing poorly controlled diabetes, which poses severe health risks like heart attack and stroke, SBH is dedicated to educating and treating residents to prevent complications and improve overall health.

Screening and DiagnosisAt SBH Health System, we offer comprehensive screenings to detect diabetes and pre-diabetes early. Screening and Diagnosis

This involves simple blood tests to measure glucose levels and assess your risk. Early diagnosis helps us create a personalized treatment plan, potentially preventing or delaying the onset of diabetes.

Blood Sugar MonitoringWe provide guidance on how to effectively monitor your blood sugar levels both at home and during visits to our clinic. Blood Sugar Monitoring

Our team will teach you how to use blood glucose meters, track your levels, and understand what these numbers mean for your health. Regular monitoring helps in making timely adjustments to your treatment plan

Medication ManagementOur diabetes specialists will work with you to manage any medications you need, including insulin and other diabetes drugs. Medication Management

We ensure you understand how to take your medication correctly and adjust dosages as needed, aiming to keep your blood sugar levels within a healthy range.

Nutritional CounselingOur registered dietitians offer personalized advice on how to eat well to manage your diabetes.Nutritional Counseling

We provide guidance on meal planning, making healthy food choices, and understanding the impact of different foods on your blood sugar. A balanced diet is crucial for maintaining control over diabetes and overall health.

Emergency Care and Complication ManagementIf you experience diabetes-related emergencies or complications, such as severe blood sugar imbalances, our team is ready to provide immediate care.

We manage and treat complications to prevent serious outcomes and ensure your health is stabilized.

Foot CareDiabetes can lead to foot problems, so we offer specialized foot care services to prevent and treat issues like infections or ulcers.Foot Care

Our experts will assess your foot health, provide necessary treatments, and guide you on how to take care of your feet to avoid complications.

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