Cornwall Community Hospital - Diabetes Education Clinic

Organization:

Phone Numbers:

613-936-4615

Crisis:

9-1-1

Fax:

613-936-4623

Website:

www.cornwallhospital.ca

Address:

c/o Diabetes Centre
840 McConnell Ave, 3rd Flr
Cornwall, ON
K6H 5S5

Intersection:

McConnell Ave and Ninth Ave

Location:

Cornwall

Accessibility:

Wheelchair Accessible

Hours:

Mon-Fri 8am-4pm

Executives:

Jeanette Despatie - Chief Executive Officer
613-938-4240 ext 2262 * cch.communications@cornwallhospital.ca

Public Contacts:

Susan Sauve - Clinical Manager, Chronic Disease Management
613-938-4240 ext 4378 * Susan.sauve@cornwallhospital.ca

Service Description:

The program provides comprehensive support for individuals living with Type 1, Type 2, and Gestational Diabetes

Patients are supported in developing the knowledge and skills needed to effectively self-manage their condition * Clinicians provide education and guidance focused on reducing the risk of diabetes-related complications, including medication management, nutrition goal setting, and physical activity recommendations

Patients are also supported in managing intensive insulin therapy and are introduced to current diabetes technologies that assist with monitoring and managing their condition

Fees:

No cost to participate with a valid Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP)

Application:

A physician referral is required for consultation with a diabetes specialist * may self-refer to see a Diabetes Educator or to attend an information session * All visits by appointment only * bring valid health card to appointment

Eligibility / Target Population:

Adults with diabetes * Children with diabetes in collaboration with CHEO

Languages:

English ; French

Language Notes:

French reception, programs and publications available * electronic interpretation services available on request

Area Served:

Akwesasne ; Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry