Reston Hospital Center's Diabetes Center offers diabetes care and education for those with all forms of diabetes and pre-diabetes. Education is essential in managing your diabetes. We follow the ADA’s National standards for education. You will be given the tools to effectively manage your diabetes and avoid the complications of diabetes. We have a caring and devoted staff that works with you and your doctor to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Individual Appointments with Dietitians or Diabetes Nurse Educators

In some instances it is important to meet with a diabetes educator or dietitian on an individual basis. The staff is happy to meet with patients on an individual basis. Please call 703-689-9164 to speak with an educator.

Gestational Diabetes

Gestational diabetes occurs in women who have never had diabetes before but have high blood sugar levels during pregnancy. Gestational diabetes affects about 2-10% of all pregnant women--about 135,000 women per year.

The Gestational class at RHC is a program designed to teach you everything that you need to know to manage your gestational diabetes. The initial treatment for gestational diabetes is medical nutritional therapy. The Registered Dietitian (RD) will design a meal plan just for you and review the healthy eating plan. Additional topics taught include: an overview of gestational diabetes, nutrition and meal planning, monitoring blood sugar, hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia, medications, insulin instruction, exercise, prevention of diabetes in the future and more. Classes will be held every Tuesday in the West Wing Training Room at Reston Hospital Center located at 1850 Town Center Parkway. The class is held from 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

This class requires a physician's referral and you must call Consult a Nurse at 1-877-689-3627 to register.

In some instances, it is important to meet with a diabetes educator on an individual basis. The staff is happy to meet with patients on an individual basis. Please do not hesitate to call us at 703-689-9164.

Before coming to class, be sure to read and fill out/print the following. We want to spend more time educating and less time on paperwork!

• Review registration process and instructions
• Gestational Health Questionnaire
• Gestational Blood Glucose Log Sheet
• Food Journal

Type 2 Diabetes

Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes. We understand that learning you have diabetes can be frightening. The staff of the Diabetes Center can provide you with the necessary education and skills to properly manage your diabetes so that you can live a long, healthy life.

Type 2 Diabetes Classes are available on Wednesday mornings from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. and on Wednesday evenings from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. There will be four classes spread out over six weeks. You must sign up for the class prior to attending. The classes are taught by a Registered Dietitian and Diabetes Nurse Educators. These classes are designed to educate you on all aspects of management and care of your diabetes. The class includes:

• Healthy eating
• Being Active
• Monitoring
• Taking Medication
• Problem Solving
• Healthy Coping
• Reducing Risks

Each attendee will receive a personalized meal plan and blood glucose meter. Please contact us at 703-689-9164 with any questions or to learn more.

In some instances, it is important to meet with a diabetes educator on an individual basis. The staff is happy to meet with patients on an individual basis. Please do not hesitate to call us at 703-689-9164.

To register for the classes- please call Consult A Nurse at 1-877-689-3627.

Before coming to class, be sure to read and fill out/print the following. We want to spend more time educating and less time on paperwork!

Review registration process and follow instructions:

Steps to Sign Up for a Type 2 Diabetes Class

1. Please call Consult a nurse at 1-877-689-3627 to sign up for the class. You must sign up for class prior to attending. If you have questions about the class or your diagnosis please call our office at 703-689-9164.
2. Please check with your insurance about coverage for diabetes self management education. If your insurance requires a pre authorization you will need to get that also from the referring physician.
3. You must also register with our out-patient department. They do the billing. Please call the Outpatient Registration Department at 703-639-9495 no later than one week prior to your first class or first appointment to register with Reston Hospital Center for the Type 2 class. Please have your insurance card ready since they will be asking you some questions. This must be completed prior to attending class.

Please bring the following items to the first class or appointment:

1. A blood glucose meter and log book if you already have one. If not, we will provide one for you.
2. A referral from your from your doctor with his/her signature is required and must be brought to the first class or appointment.
3. Lab work from the past 6-12 months. If you don’t have a copy, please call your doctor’s office and ask them to fax it to Reston Hospital Center’s Diabetes Education Center at 703-689-9107.
4. Please click Patient Health Questionnaire to complete a patient assessment. Please complete this to the best of your ability and bring it with you to the first class. Please contact us at 703-689-9164 if you are unable to open and print the document.
5. Feel free to bring a spouse, significant other or other support person to attend the classes with you. You may also bring snacks to eat during class. Please do not hesitate to contact us at 703-689-9164. We look forward to assisting you.

Type 1 Diabetes

People with Type 1 diabetes are seen on an individual basis. Each patient is assessed for current knowledge base and then an individualized plan of care is created. The Dietitian and Nurse Educators provide education on all aspects of type 1 diabetes education.

Please contact us at 703-689-9164 to learn more about our educational services for Type 1 diabetes.

Review registration process and follow instructions:

Steps to Take Once you Have Signed Up for A Class or Individual Appointment

1. Please check with your insurance about coverage for diabetes self management education. If your insurance requires a pre authorization you will need to get that also from the referring physician.
2. Please bring the following items to the first class or appointment:
   • A blood glucose meter and log book if you already have one. If not, we will provide one for you.
   • A referral from your from your doctor with his/her signature is required and must be brought to the first class or appointment.
   • Lab work from the past 6-12 months. If you don’t have a copy, please call your doctor’s office and ask them to fax it to Reston Hospital Center’s Diabetes Education Center at 703-689-9107.
   • Please click Patient Health Questionnaire to complete a patient assessment. Please note the different versions, one for women with gestational diabetes and one for all other individuals and class participants.
   • Please bring the completed questionnaire with you to the first class or appointment. Please contact us at 703-689-9100 if you are unable to open and print the document.

Please do not hesitate to contact us at 703-689-9100. We look forward to assisting you!

Blood Glucose Log Sheet-advanced

Food Journal

Pre-diabetes

Most people experience some degree of pre-diabetes before they are diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. The blood glucose values are higher than normal in pre-diabetes, but not high enough to be considered diabetes.

The education program for pre-diabetes instructs patients on how to make small changes for big differences in preventing or delaying the onset of Type 2 diabetes. There is very promising research that shows the positive impact that early action can have in the prevention and management of Type 2 diabetes.

Topics include: an overview of pre diabetes and how to make small changes for big differences in preventing or delaying the onset of type 2 diabetes. There is very promising research that shows the positive impact that early action can have in the prevention and management of type 2 diabetes. Class is held in conference room A in the West Wing Tower of Reston Hospital Center from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM once a month.

Please call consult a Nurse to register at 1-877-689-3627 prior to the class. There is a $75.00 fee for the class. Please bring a check or exact change. Payment can be made upon arriving for the class.

2012 Class Dates

Jan. 9, Feb. 13, March 19, April 23, and May 14