Diabetes Polyclinic

What is a Diabetes Polyclinic?

The diabetes polyclinic is a health service unit that provides diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and education for diabetic patients. Diabetes is a metabolic disease characterized by chronically high blood sugar levels. Diabetes polyclinics help patients keep their blood sugar levels under control, prevent complications and live a healthy life.

Scope of Diabetes Polyclinic

• Type 1 Diabetes: Occurs when the pancreas does not produce insulin or produces very little insulin. Usually begins in childhood or young adulthood.
• Type 2 Diabetes: Occurs when the body develops resistance to insulin and/or does not produce enough insulin. Usually begins in adulthood and is associated with obesity.
• Gestational Diabetes: A temporary type of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy.
• Pre-diabetes: A condition in which blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes. Increases the risk of type 2 diabetes.
• Diabetes Complications: Long-term effects of diabetes include cardiovascular disease, neuropathy, nephropathy, retinopathy, and diabetic foot ulcers.

Importance of Diabetes Outpatient Clinic

Diabetes can lead to serious health problems if left uncontrolled. Diabetes outpatient clinics regularly monitor patients’ blood sugar levels, create appropriate treatment plans, and educate patients about diabetes management. These outpatient clinics help prevent complications of diabetes and improve patients’ quality of life.

Diagnostic and Treatment Methods Used in Diabetes Outpatient Clinic

• Blood Sugar Measurements:
  • Fasting Blood Sugar: Evaluation of blood sugar levels.
  • Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT): Measurement of blood sugar levels after a glucose load.
  • HbA1c Test: Test showing average blood sugar levels over the last 2-3 months.
• Insulin and C-peptide Tests: Evaluation of insulin production and secretion.
• Lipid Profile: Measurement of cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
• Kidney Function Tests: Creatinine, microalbumin and other kidney function tests.
• Eye Examination: Evaluation of diabetic retinopathy and other eye complications.
• Foot Examination: Evaluation of diabetic foot ulcers and neuropathy risk.

Diabetes Treatment Methods

• Drug Therapy:
  • Oral Antidiabetic Drugs: Drugs that lower blood sugar levels.
  • Insulin Therapy: Insulin injections or pumps to meet the body’s insulin needs.
  • GLP-1 Receptor Agonists and DPP-4 Inhibitors: New generation drugs that help control blood sugar.
• Nutrition Consulting: Creating diabetes-friendly nutrition plans and teaching healthy eating habits.
• Exercise Planning: Increasing physical activity and creating regular exercise programs.
• Diabetes Education: Educating patients on diabetes management, blood sugar monitoring, medication use, nutrition and exercise.
• Psychological Support: Providing support to cope with the psychological effects of diabetes and improving quality of life.

Diabetes Polyclinic with Asumed Health Care

Asumed Health Care offers the best service in diabetes management by collaborating with leading healthcare institutions in Turkey. The main services we offer to our patients are as follows:

• Diagnosis and Assessment: We ensure that our patients undergo a comprehensive assessment. We ensure that the correct diagnosis is made and the appropriate treatment plan is prepared with blood sugar measurements, HbA1c tests, lipid profiles and other diagnostic tools.
• Medical Treatment: We offer drug treatment according to the type of diabetes and the individual needs of the patient. We use insulin treatment, oral antidiabetic drugs and new generation diabetes drugs.
• Nutrition and Diet Counseling: We create special nutrition plans for our diabetic patients and help them gain healthy eating habits. Our dietitians help patients keep their blood sugar levels under control.
• Exercise Planning: We create appropriate exercise programs for our patients and encourage them to increase their physical activity.
• Diabetes Education and Support: We inform and educate our patients on diabetes management, blood sugar monitoring, medication use, nutrition and exercise. We also provide support in coping with the psychological effects of diabetes.
• Complication Management: We offer regular checkups and necessary treatment plans to prevent and manage the complications of diabetes. We perform evaluations such as eye exams, foot care and kidney function tests.
• International Patient Support: We offer services specifically designed for our diabetic patients coming from abroad. These services include guidance, accommodation and transportation arrangements, translation services and support for other needs.