About Us - Diabetes Program
The Diabetes Education Program at Campbellford Memorial Hospital provides comprehensive education and support for individuals living with prediabetes and all types of diabetes, including type 1, type 2, and other forms of diabetes.
Our interdisciplinary team, including a Registered Nurse/Certified Diabetes Educator/Certified Insulin Pump Trainer and a Registered Dietitian, works with patients to encourage effective self-management in a respectful, supportive, and non-judgmental environment.
Services include:
- Individual and group education sessions
- Blood glucose monitoring and A1C target guidance
- Nutrition and physical activity counselling
- Medication and insulin management support
- Education on reducing the risk of diabetes-related complications
- **NEW!**Insulin pump program to support individuals using or considering insulin pump therapy
We offer monthly group education sessions led by our nurse and dietitian, along with individual counselling to support effective diabetes management. Education is tailored to each individual’s needs, with practical tools and resources provided to support day-to-day diabetes management.
The Diabetes Education Program is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, and is closed on statutory holidays.
We accept referrals from all healthcare providers, including family physicians, specialists, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and dietitians. Please fax referrals to 705-653-3691.
Self-referrals are also welcome. To self-refer or learn more, please contact the Diabetes Education Program Coordinator at 705-653-1140, Ext. 2158.
