Genesis Diabetes & Nutrition Education
310
751 Forest Avenue
Zanesville, OH 43701
United States
Monday - Friday: 8:00 am-4:30 pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
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Diabetes Management Team
Diabetes Management Team
Our team of registered nurses and registered dietitians are here to guide you in better management of your health.
Team specialization
Our professional team provides diabetes self-management education services individually and in classes covering:
Blood sugar monitoring
Dietary management of blood sugar
Medications
Acute and chronic complications
Sick day guidelines
Exercise
Stress and coping
Diabetic Educators also consult with patients hospitalized at Genesis Hospital and provide diabetes guidance at the bedside. They also provide education in schools and the community. For more information, call 740-454-4568.
Additional support from our registered dietitians include:
Providing nutritional counseling to patients to help them develop healthy eating and lifestyle habits and educating them about their treatment plan.
Conducting research on new methods of treating illnesses through diet.
Developing and implementing meal plans that accommodate each patient’s needs.
Educating patients about their illness and treatment options.
Providing short and long-term support in accomplishing healthier behaviors.
Incorporating the nutritional needs of others in the household.
Diabetes Management Team
Emma, BSN, R.N.
Kelsey, BSN, R.N., CDCES
Kim, R.N.
Olivia, BSN, R.N.
Sarah, MS, RD, LD, CDCES
Taylor, MS, R.D, LD
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Diabetes Management
Diabetes Management
Whether you've just been diagnosed with diabetes, recently changed treatment or are having difficulty controlling your condition, turn to Genesis HealthCare System.
At Genesis HealthCare System, you'll find compassionate care from our registered nurses and dietitians, programs, classes and support groups to help you and your loved ones manage your diabetes and live more healthfully.
Self-management education
Learn about diabetes and discover how to effectively manage your condition through our Diabetes Self-Management Education Program.
Our program is recognized by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) as providing quality self-management education.
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Explore our health library to learn about diabetes and related topics.
Our program includes:
- A personal evaluation.
- Four 2-hour classes.
- A follow-up session with a nurse or dietitian.
You and your support person will learn from sessions about:
- Understanding diabetes.
- Caring for and monitoring diabetes.
- Recognizing the signs and symptoms of diabetes.
- Treating diabetes.
- Avoiding complications.
- Planning healthful meals and counting carbohydrates.
- Setting goals for healthful behaviors.
This program is open to anyone with Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes or gestational diabetes and a support person. It’s designed to help you manage your condition—whether you’ve been recently diagnosed or have had diabetes for decades.
Take advantage of session times that fit your schedule – mornings, afternoons or evenings.
Call to schedule your self-management education program at 740-454-4568.
Diabetes education insurance coverage
Diabetes management sessions can be billed to your insurance, Medicare or Medicaid. If you have questions about your coverage, contact your provider. Your provider may require precertification before you attend classes.
Updates from the "Sounds of Good Health" Genesis Podcast:
- "Tips for Preventing Diabetes" - Allison Dale, DNP, a Board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in Endocrinology, talks about tips for preventing diabetes. Topics include who is a high risk, the types of exercise and diet that can help and why screenings are important. Listen Here.
- "Healthy Snacks" - Listen as Deanna Holdren, D.O shares ideas for quick, easy healthy snacks that satisfy hunger and nourish your body. Listen Here.
- "Take Control of Your Diabetes" - Learn how diabetes is diagnosed and how to control it, with Tufail Ijaz, Medical Director of Genesis Endocrinology. Listen Here.
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Whether you've just been diagnosed with diabetes, recently changed treatment or are having difficulty controlling your condition, turn to Genesis HealthCare System.
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