Patient Education About Diabetes from University of Colorado Hospital
Living With Diabetes
Diabetes is a life-long disease that can create many challenges in your daily life. However, it is treatable with the proper medication, diet and exercise.
Getting a second opinion
Diabetes requires a life-long commitment to treatment. It is important that you feel comfortable with your medical team, as you will work closely with them to manage your care. UCH is happy to offer a second opinion and to work with you if you choose to come to our hospital for treatment.
Diabetes management can be complex. Knowledge, tools, and support are fundamental to your success as a person living with the disease.
Complications if poorly managed
If left untreated or poorly managed, diabetes can lead to many serious problems, including:
- Heart disease
- Kidney disease
- Kidney failure
- Stroke
- Blindness
- Amputations
- Sexual dysfunction
Our comprehensive approach to care
At UCH we offer a comprehensive approach to diabetes care. We have an American Diabetes Association (ADA)-recognized diabetes education program that meets the national standards for diabetes self-management education.
Read our Patient Self-Management Education brochure
Our diabetes educators are health care professionals – dietitians, nurses, and pharmacists – who specialize in the many details of managed diabetes care.
Patient handouts
These handouts are in downloadable PDF format.
Additional Diabetes Resources
American Diabetes Association (ADA)
Juvenile Diabetes Foundation
Diabetes Exercise and Sports Association
Colorado Dietetic Association
Team WILD (Women Inspiring Life with Diabetes)