AWH Credentialled Diabetes Educators (CDEs) provide an inpatient and outpatient service for everyone with Diabetes within the AWH catchment area.
The CDE role is underpinned by a core body of knowledge and expertise in all areas of Diabetes management. Our Diabetes Education team have a wide range of skills including the management of Type 1 Diabetes in children and adults, Insulin Pump therapy, Type 2 Diabetes and Diabetes in pregnancy.
We provide comprehensive assessment and education for Diabetes Self-care. We can support you to identify appropriate goals and develop the skills you will need to reach them across all areas of Diabetes self-management. You will also have access to other members of the multidisciplinary team such as Dietitians, Podiatrists, Exercise physiologists and specialist medical care.
Outpatient / Referral Information
A referral from a General Practitioner, Specialist or Health Professional is desirable but not necessary. You can self- refer to a Credentialled Diabetes Educator by calling the team on the numbers in the contact box.
Other Useful Information
https://www.diabetesaustralia.com.au
https://bakeridi.edu.au