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Diabetes and Nutrition Education

AVAILABLE AT Riverview Sumner

Diabetes Education Program

Diabetes education can help people with diabetes gain the knowledge and problem-solving skills needed to improve their health and lead normal lives. Improving blood glucose or sugar levels will prevent a person from developing the complications of diabetes.

The Diabetes Programs at Highpoint Health – Sumner and Highpoint Health – Riverview are taught by a registered nurse and registered dietitian. Topics discussed include healthy eating for diabetes, reducing complications, taking medication, monitoring blood sugar, reading labels and more.

  • Daytime and evening classes are available. This is a one day class.
  • A support person is encouraged to attend the class with you.
  • Class size is small and in a relaxed environment.
  • Instructors are certified by the National Certification Board of Diabetes Educators.

A doctor order is required for diabetes and nutrition education. For more information about the program, please contact us at one of our locations, and we will be glad to assist you.

Take a Diabetes Health Risk Assessment

Nutrition Education Program

Healthy eating plays a major role in managing many health conditions. A registered dietitian can help one develop an eating plan that best meets their nutrition needs.

  • Education provided includes heart healthy eating, weight management, kidney disease, congestive heart failure and other topics.
  • Individual instruction is provided by a registered dietitian (RD).
  • A support person is encouraged to attend the appointment with you.

A doctor order is required for diabetes and nutrition education. For more information about the program, please contact us at one of our locations, and we will be glad to assist you.

Diabetic Support Group

At Highpoint Health with Ascension Saint Thomas we are committed to educating the public about diabetes and helping support those living with the disease.

Each month we offer a free Diabetic Support Group class open to the public at Highpoint Health – Riverview. This class is offered on the second Tuesday of each month starting at 6 pm. Everyone is welcome and we encourage you to bring a support person with you.

CLASSES AND EVENTS CALENDAR

Our Locations

Diabetes Program at Highpoint Health – Sumner
555 Hartsville Pike
Gallatin, TN 37066
(615) 328-6190

Diabetes Education Center at Highpoint Health – Riverview
158 Hospital Drive
Carthage, TN 37030
(615) 735-5320

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