Diabetes

Protecting your long-term health

Diabetes affects much more than blood sugar. Over time it can damage the kidneys, heart and blood vessels. Specialist care focuses on keeping diabetes well controlled while protecting your kidneys and managing related conditions such as high blood pressure and weight.

What your specialist can help with

• A thorough review of your diabetes control and medications
• Early detection and management of diabetes-related kidney disease
• Blood pressure management, including hard-to-control hypertension
• A coordinated plan with your GP for ongoing care

Conditions & procedures

• Type 2 diabetes
• Diabetic kidney disease (diabetic nephropathy)
• Resistant high blood pressure
• Obesity and metabolic syndrome
• Chronic kidney disease

Your specialists