Managing diabetes is about more than simply monitoring blood sugar levels.
The successful management of diabetes means committing to a life-long wellness plan.
Our educators specialize in case management and can assist with:
- Defining individualized goals and identifying specific needs
- Creating personalized and relationship-based plans of care
- Reducing HbA1C levels
Education is focused on seven self-care behaviors identified by the American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE) for successful management of diabetes.
Educational topics
Learn about the American Association Diabetes Education (AADE7™) Self-care behaviors for successful management of diabetes.
Diabetes classes at the Nebraska Medicine Diabetes Center
Medicare and most insurance companies provide benefits for diabetes education. Review educational benefits with your insurance provider.
Gestational diabetes
Management of gestational diabetes includes meal planning, monitoring and blood sugar guidelines during pregnancy. The class includes free blood sugar meter. Spanish classes are also available. Gestational diabetes class is offered from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. every Friday. A follow-up one-on-one appointment is scheduled within two weeks following the class. A gestational diabetes class in Spanish is offered twice a month from 1 to 3 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. A Spanish-speaking staff interpreter is provided for both the class and one-on-one follow-up appointment.
See our flyer for Gestational Diabetes class.
Diabetes Prevention Program
This one-year Diabetes Prevention Program is a proven lifestyle change intervention that has been shown to prevent or delay Type 2 diabetes in high-risk patients. It is offered at the Engage Wellness facility.
Introduction to insulin pump and sensor class
Explore the steps to successful management of diabetes on an insulin pump and learn about the current pumps available. Learn the concepts of continuous glucose sensing and current sensors available.
Individual consulting
Participate in one-on-one counseling with a case manager and certified diabetes care and education specialist.
Diabetes self-management Type 2 workshops
This is an informal interactive support group taught by diabetes professionals. Group classes are offered on Tuesdays and Wednesdays (depending on location – see class fliers for each location below) and run as a series of four each month. Participants will receive a free blood sugar meter and class information on the (AADE7™) Self-care behaviors above. Most insurance plans cover the classes, but a provider referral is required.
See our flyer for Type 2 workshops.
Diabetes education at the Nebraska Medical Center
Call 402.559.8700 for upcoming Type 2 workshop offerings