DIABETES CARE
Diabetes care through an internist typically means comprehensive, long‑term management of Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, including diagnosis, medication adjustment, lab monitoring, and coordination with specialists. In The Hague, internist–endocrinologists provide structured diabetes programs that combine medical oversight with diabetes nursing support
Diabetes Care via an Internist Program
Below is a clear overview of what “diabetes care via an internist program” usually includes, especially as practiced in The Hague.
What an Internist Does in Diabetes Care
Internists (often with endocrinology specialization) manage the full medical spectrum of diabetes:
- Diagnosis & initial assessment
- Medication management (oral meds, insulin, GLP‑1, etc.)
- Monitoring A1C, kidney function, cholesterol, blood pressure every 3–6 months
- Screening for complications (eyes, nerves, kidneys, cardiovascular)
- Coordinating care with dietitians, diabetes nurses, podiatrists, and other specialists
- Adjusting treatment plans based on lab results and lifestyle factors
- Providing education on glucose monitoring, lifestyle, and prevention of complications
Internists are primary physicians for diabetes and play a central role in long‑term management
Appointments: Please call us on 070 306 5100 and select the Polyclinic services option.
You may also contact us via email at polyclinic@ihch.nl for more information.