Diabetes is when the body has too much glucose (sugar) due to a disruption in insulin that comes from the pancreas. Insulin regulates the glucose, which is a major source of energy for cells that make up muscles and other tissues, and also feeds brain function. There are different types of diabetes – type 1 (most serious and chronic), type 2 (also chronic), prediabetes (abnormal blood sugar levels), and gestational (affects women who are pregnant). With careful management of medication, diet and exercise, diabetes can be controlled.
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Clinical Diabetes Program
A diabetes center within the Department of Endocrinology providing evaluation, treatment, and ongoing management for people living with diabetes, including insulin, GLP-1s, oral m…
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Endocrinology
A program providing diabetes and endocrine care, including management of diabetes and conditions affecting the thyroid, adrenal glands, bone health, and hormones, with testing, im…
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Maternal-Fetal Medicine
A program within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology where a perinatologist provides maternal fetal medicine care for high-risk pregnancies, offering specialized monitorin…
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Obstetrics
A department providing women’s reproductive healthcare and pregnancy-related services, including prenatal care, labor and delivery support, postpartum care, and guidance through e…
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Obstetrics and Gynecology
A department providing women’s reproductive healthcare and other OBGYN services across all stages of life, including pregnancy, fertility, menstrual and pelvic conditions, bladder…
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Endocrinology (Pediatrics)
A program within the Department of Pediatrics where pediatric endocrinologists provide care and long-term management for pediatric diabetes and hormone-related conditions, includi…
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Weight Loss (Bariatric) Surgery
Comprehensive bariatric and weight management surgery, including gastric bypass and sleeve procedures, to support lasting weight loss and improved health.