Diabetes Management
- Overview
- Diabetic Retinopathy
We provide comprehensive diabetes care to help you manage your condition and improve your quality of life. Whether you have been recently diagnosed or have been living with diabetes for some time, our team is here to support you with personalized treatment, education, and resources.
Understanding Diabetes
Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects how your body processes blood sugar (glucose). Without proper management, it can lead to serious complications such as heart disease, kidney problems, nerve damage, and vision loss. Our goal is to help you control your blood sugar, prevent complications, and live a healthier life.
Our Diabetes Care Services
We offer a full range of diabetes management services, including:
- Comprehensive Screenings & Diagnosis – Blood sugar testing, A1C monitoring, and diabetes risk assessments.
- Personalized Treatment Plans – Medication management, insulin therapy, and lifestyle recommendations tailored to your needs.
- Nutrition & Meal Planning – Guidance from registered dietitians to help you make healthier food choices.
- Diabetes Education & Counseling – Learn how to monitor blood sugar, prevent complications, and manage daily challenges.
- Support for Weight Management & Exercise – Personalized fitness plans to improve blood sugar control and overall health.
- Ongoing Monitoring & Specialist Referrals – Regular check-ups to track progress and coordinate care with specialists if needed.
Are You at Risk for Diabetes?
You may be at higher risk for developing diabetes if you:
- Have a family history of diabetes
- Are overweight or have an inactive lifestyle
- Have high blood pressure or high cholesterol
- Experienced gestational diabetes during pregnancy
If you have risk factors or symptoms such as increased thirst, frequent urination, or unexplained fatigue, getting tested early can help prevent complications.
Take Control of Your Diabetes Today
Managing diabetes is easier with the right support. Our team is here to help you every step of the way.
Call 773-768-5000 to get started on your personalized diabetes care plan.
We offer diabetic retinopathy screenings at our South Chicago, Pullman, Roseland, East Side and Chicago Lawn clinics.
- Patients 21 years and older diagnosed with Type II Diabetes automatically receive a lab for a screening, or they can be screened during their visit with their Provider.
- Patients may also receive a phone call alerting them that they are due for a diabetic retinopathy screening.
The procedure can be scheduled at that time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Diabetic Retinopathy?
An eye disease that can affect people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes and can cause serious complications, including vision loss or blindness.
What is this test?
A comprehensive eye exam that is performed by an eye care professional to check for signs of diabetic retinopathy.
How many times do I need to be tested?
It’s important that your eyes are tested every year because there are no symptoms until the disease is in its later stages. It can cause blindness if left untreated.
How long does this exam take?
The exam typically takes 5-10 minutes. It may take a little longer if the technician has difficulty capturing good images of your eyes, usually due to patients having smaller pupils.
Will I need dilation?
About 3/4 of patients can complete this exam without dilation. A small percentage of patients require a mild dilation drop to open the pupil slightly. You can bring someone with you to drive you home if that makes you comfortable, but most patients are okay with the use of sunglasses, or a sun shield which we provide.
I get my vision checked every year, and I just got my new glasses. I don’t believe that I need this exam.
A vision test is not the same thing as a medical exam for diabetic retinopathy. Your provider wants to make sure your diabetes isn’t threatening your vision with diabetic retinopathy.
