Diabetes & Endocrinology

Diabetic? Take Control of Your Condition

We’ll Show You How to Live the Sweet Life—Even With Diabetes

While there’s no cure for diabetes, you can life a long, healthy life despite the disease. Whether you’ve just received a diagnosis or you’ve been living with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes for years, our comprehensive diabetes program and compassionate care team can help you better manage your condition through all stages of life.

Let our team of nurses, dietitians and certified diabetes educators get you back on the path to wellness.

Baylor Southwest Diabetes Program & Classes 

Diabetes Self-Management Training Program for Type 1 Diabetes

This combination one-on-one and group education program is designed to help meet individual education needs through a comprehensive assessment and review of self-care behaviors.

Diabetes Self-Management Training Program for Type 2 Diabetes

This eight to 10-hour, multidisciplinary program (approved by the ADA) covers a range of lifestyle and disease-prevention topics.

For more information, call 1.800.4BAYLOR (1.800.422.9567).

Diabetes Education Classes

Classes are offered at a variety of times to fit your schedule. For more information call 1.800.4BAYLOR.

Pre-Diabetes Education Program

This class focuses on helping individuals with pre-diabetes achieve a healthy lifestyle through a comprehensive assessment and meal planning with a registered dietitian.

Diabetes During Pregnancy

Designed to help women with gestational diabetes, this intensive program includes individual meal planning, blood-glucose and ketone testing, physician-recommended exercise plans and insulin therapy when necessary.

Insulin Pump Program

This program includes a comprehensive assessment, education and support for individuals choosing to use an insulin pump.

Medical Nutrition Therapy

Designed to assist individuals requiring additional support and education in food management, this dietitian-led program focuses on meal planning and using a variety of tools to manage diabetes.

Diabetes Support Group

Need someone to talk to? Free support groups are available for individuals with diabetes as well as their families. Find a support group online or call  1.800.4BAYLOR.