Diabetes
Children with type 1 and type 2 diabetes have special needs. Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital outpatient Endocrinology and Diabetes Clinics provide comprehensive evaluations and treatment of children and adolescents with endocrine disorders and diabetes.
We also offer a diabetes transition clinic for young adults with diabetes.
Complete Diabetes Care for Children
By taking a team approach, we address your child's unique needs so they can lead healthy and happy lives.
Diabetes Nutrition Services
We offer individualized meal planning, nutrition education, and goal setting to promote healthy eating and diabetes control.
Psychology Services
This includes consultation during diabetes visits and individual psychology sessions to help your child adjust to the diagnosis and improve your child’s adherence to diabetes management.
Support Groups
We offer your child peer support and strategies on how to cope with diabetes.
Diabetes Education
Patients have access to cutting-edge diabetes technology and treatment. We provide a greater understanding of diabetes to your child and caregivers in group and individual settings.
Diabetes Caregivers for Your Child
Our diabetes team works closely with you and your child to manage your child's diabetes. Your team includes:
- Certified Diabetes Nurse Educators
- Dietitians
- Endocrinologists
- Nurse Practitioners
- Psychologists
- Social Workers