The diabetic clinic is usually held on a Thursday morning. The clinic is run by Nurse Hall in conjunction with Dr Campbell and Dr MacDonald and also with Nurse Walker at times. The aim of the clinic is to help improve the control of patients with Diabetes and to look for and minimise the potential complications of the disease. Patients who attend the practice clinic can expect to be called for an Annual review and for a Mid year review.
The clinic can also provide educational material for patients and their carers
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The aim of the annual review is to ensure that optimum control of diabetes is being maintained and to look for and help prevent the possible complications of Diabetes. Normally an appointment will given for Sister Hall who will do some initial checks including blood tests. The actual review will normally take place a couple of weeks later when these results are available.
| Blood Tests | ||
| Glucose | Blood Sugar level | |
| HBA1C | Glycosylated Haemoglobin | A measure of the average sugar level over 2-3 months |
| Creatinine | A measure of Kidney function | |
| Cholesterol | A measure of Fats in teh blood | |
| TFT's | Thyroid Function Tests | A check on the thyroid gland |
| Other Tests | ||
| BP | Blood Pressure | Important to keep this normal to reduce complications |
| Visual Acuity | A test of Eyesight | |
| Fundoscopy | Drops are put in the eyes for this test | A check on the blood vessels at the back of the eyes |
| Pulses | Foot Pulses | A check on the Circulation |
| Foot Sensation | Using A microfilament | A check on the Nerves |
| Urinalysis | Sample of Urine | |
This is carried out by Nurse walker or Nurse Hall and will include an appointment for blood tests and a review of Diabetes control and self management plan. Once the results are available patients will receive a letter informing them of the results of their blood tests.