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Diabetes is a condition where your body has trouble managing the sugar (called glucose) in your blood. Every year, thousands of people with diabetes come through our doors in search of living their healthiest lives. We support them with a variety of treatments ranging from education on how best to manage their condition to insulin pumps and self-monitoring techniques. ...
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The endocrine system uses glands and organs to create powerful chemical messengers called hormones. These hormones carry signals that influence how the body functions, like metabolizing food for energy. Imbalanced hormones can lead to endocrine conditions, like diabetes, which disrupt your body's metabolic functions. ...
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Our diabetes and weight loss coaching will teach you how to make key diet and exercise changes that can halt the progression of type 2 diabetes and prevent health-related complications. ...
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We provide comprehensive treatment plans and education for patients with diabetes from adolescents to seniors. Our Endocrinologists care for patients with endocrine problems such as diabetes, osteoporosis, high cholesterol, calcium problems and problems related to the pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, pancreas, testis and adrenal glands.

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Knowing how well your kidneys work is the key to diagnosing problems early, preventing kidney disease and protecting your health. Your doctor may want to test your kidneys if you have high blood pressure, diabetes or chronic kidney disease. ...
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Living with a foot or ankle condition — whether it’s because of arthritis, diabetes or a physical injury like a sprain — can have a major impact on your comfort and mobility. So when you need support for your foot or ankle ailment, you can trust that our care team will go the extra mile for you. ...
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Our New England Eye Center (NEEC) ophthalmologists and optometrists provide care for all types of eye diseases and visual conditions such as cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma and ocular melanoma. ...
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Peripheral artery disease is a common condition that affects blood flow to the legs and other extremities. It happens when the arteries become narrowed or blocked, reducing blood flow. This can cause symptoms like leg pain, cramping and numbness. If untreated, peripheral artery disease may lead to complications. Risk factors include smoking, diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. ...
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Heart failure happens when the heart can't pump enough blood to meet the body's needs. This can happen because of conditions like heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure or obesity, which can slowly weaken the heart over time. Other things, like certain viral infections, cancer treatments and inherited diseases, can also cause heart failure. ...
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This 3-part class series, taught by a Certified Diabetes Education Specialist, will cover a variety of topics having to do with diabetes management. Whether you have just been diagnosed with diabetes or have been managing diabetes for many years, this class can help you to jump-start your diabetes action plan. We cover topics including making sense of your blood sugars, how to make healthy food choices, how different types of activity offer different benefits, and more! Throughout the class, there is a focus on problem-solving and goal setting so that you can apply knowledge directly to your day-to-day life.
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Are you looking for diabetes management techniques and information on the latest diabetes technology?If so, this educational series and support group are for you!This group is designed for patients with Type 1 diabetes, but those with Type 2 are welcome to attend. You do not have to be a patient of the Diabetes and Endocrine Center to join. In this group, you will gain peer support and learn about healthy lifestyle habits with monthly discussions on insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitor options, smart insulin pens and other insulin delivery devices.In addition to this FREE support group, The Diabetes and Endocrine Center offers diabetes self-management education and training sessions.TopicsEach month a variety of diabetes-related topics will be covered and discussed. Some topics include:Technology ProductsTroubleshootingDeveloping technology options
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November 25, 2024
Tufts Medical Center endocrinologist, Richard Siegel, MD, Co-Director, Diabetes and Lipid Center shares the reality behind common diabetes myths.
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June 7, 2019
A national clinical trial has found that vitamin D supplementation does not significantly reduce the likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes in people who are at high risk for the disease and already have sufficient vitamin D levels.
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September 23, 2024
Quotes by Richard Siegel, MD, Endocrinologist and Co-Director of the Diabetes and Lipid Center at Tufts Medical Center, in an article about Retta’s efforts to raise awareness about type 2 diabetes.
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November 7, 2024
Tufts Medical Center’s Marisa Tieger, MD, board-certified ophthalmologist and vitreoretinal specialist and surgeon, shares what you need to know about how diabetes affects the eyes
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This outpatient facility offers key services including walk-in urgent care, primary care, Lowell General Patient Service Center for outpatient testing and diagnostic imaging services, diabetes and endocrinology specialty care, and OB/GYN services.

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August 14, 2024
Tufts Medical Center’s Andre J. Witkin, MD, Professor of Ophthalmology, board-certified ophthalmologist and vitreoretinal specialist and surgeon, shares how to reduce your risk of developing diabetic retinopathy (DR).
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Dedicated to providing the best possible care for children with endocrine and metabolic disorders. We believe that personalized treatment is key to success, and we use innovative methods to ensure that every child receives the care they need to thrive and grow. ...
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