Diabetologist

**1. Diagnosis of Diabetes and Related Conditions**
- **Evaluate Symptoms**: Assess patients for common diabetes symptoms such as increased thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, and unexplained weight loss.
- **Blood Tests and Diagnostics**: Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including **fasting blood glucose**, **oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT)**, **HbA1c**, and **urine tests**, to diagnose diabetes and monitor disease progression.
- **Assess Complications**: Evaluate the presence of related conditions like **diabetic retinopathy**, **neuropathy**, **nephropathy**, and **cardiovascular disease**.

**2. Develop Personalized Treatment Plans**
- **Medication Management**: Prescribe medications such as **insulin**, **oral hypoglycemic agents**, or **GLP-1 agonists** to control blood glucose levels and manage symptoms. Adjust medication types and dosages based on the patient's condition and response.
- **Insulin Therapy**: For Type 1 and some Type 2 diabetes patients, manage insulin therapy, including adjusting doses, teaching insulin administration, and monitoring for side effects.
- **Lifestyle Modifications**: Provide guidance on healthy eating, weight management, and exercise plans. Recommend lifestyle changes to improve blood glucose control and reduce the risk of complications.
- **Comorbidity Management**: Oversee and treat other conditions commonly associated with diabetes, such as hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and obesity.

**3. Patient Education and Support**
- **Educate Patients**: Explain the importance of **self-monitoring blood glucose (SMBG)**, recognizing symptoms of hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia, and adhering to treatment regimens.
- **Promote Healthy Living**: Offer advice on nutrition, including appropriate meal planning, portion control, and the role of carbohydrates in blood sugar management. Provide strategies for incorporating physical activity into daily life.
- **Psychosocial Support**: Address the emotional and psychological aspects of living with diabetes, such as stress, depression, and anxiety. Offer resources or referrals to mental health professionals if needed.

**4. Monitoring and Follow-Up Care**
- **Regular Check-ups**: Monitor patients over time to assess the effectiveness of their treatment plan. Conduct regular follow-up appointments to check on **HbA1c levels**, weight management, blood pressure, and cholesterol.
- **Preventive Care**: Recommend regular screening for complications such as **diabetic retinopathy**, **kidney function tests**, and **foot exams** to detect early signs of complications.
- **Adjust Treatment Plans**: Continuously adjust medications and lifestyle interventions based on the patient's progress, treatment adherence, and changes in their health status.

**5. Management of Diabetes Complications**
- **Prevent Complications**: Provide proactive care to prevent or delay diabetes-related complications such as **neuropathy**, **retinopathy**, **diabetic nephropathy**, and **cardiovascular disease**.
- **Early Detection**: Regularly assess patients for any signs of complications and refer to specialists (e.g., ophthalmologists, cardiologists, nephrologists) when necessary.
- **Collaborative Care**: Work with other healthcare providers, including dietitians, physical therapists, and podiatrists, to deliver comprehensive care to diabetic patients.

**6. Research and Education**
- **Stay Updated**: Keep up with the latest research and developments in the field of diabetes treatment, management, and prevention. Implement evidence-based practices to ensure the best outcomes for patients.
- **Participate in Clinical Trials**: Engage in or collaborate on clinical trials to explore new diabetes treatments, medications, and interventions.
- **Patient Advocacy**: Advocate for policies and programs that increase public awareness of diabetes prevention and management, and improve access to diabetes care.

Schedule:

- Day shift

**Experience**:

- total work: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person