Diabetes Care Package

 

More than just sugar

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FACT SHEET

For a variety of reasons, Indians have a larger than normal likelihood of developing diabetes mellitus. The disease promises to be one of the major healthcare burdens for this country in the coming decades.

Many myths and misconceptions exist with regards to this disease. Most importantly, the belief that the disease is related only to "sugar" and is manageable by controlling or limiting the intake of sweet foods. The word sugar is used in a loose sense and should really be rephrased as "energy (calorie) giving foods"; of which the starches (sweet or otherwise) are the main group. The control of diabetes revolves around controlling the body's energy mechanisms, for which a wide range of strategies are available. A significant proportion of the effort in managing this disease lies with the patient and includes, in large measure, lifestyle modifications that have to be continuously maintained.

DIABETES IN INDIA
Statistics

  • It is currently estimated that there are 35 million diabetics in India. The number is expected to increase by another 60% by the year 2025.

  • Almost 20% of patients seen by our physicians in the out-patient department of SMF has diabetes.

  • As much as 10% of adult in-patients at SMF are diabetic.

  • 60% of patients admitted to the ICU at SMF with heart attacks have diabetes.

  • 30% of patients admitted to SMF with stroke are diabetic.

  • 90% of patients admitted for complex foot infections are diabetic.

These complications are significantly reduced if the patient is able to achieve what is called “tight control” of the disease. Life long vigilance is needed.

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 DIABETES - more than just sugar control
Any effort at understanding diabetes mellitus has to start with the grasp of the concept that this is not a disease that affects blood sugar levels in isolation. Over the years, the disease damages a wide variety of organ systems in the body such as the heart, kidneys, eyes and arteries leading to complications such as:
  • Heart attack
  • Kidney failure
  • Blindness
  • Stroke
  • Complex foot infections
  • Blockage of the major arteries to the lower limbs leading to amputations.

Happily, strategies are now available that can significantly reduce the chances of developing these problems. Today, the successful management of diabetes involves access to a programme that stands on 3 pillars.

  1. An out-patient based diabetic clinic where a competent primary physician examines the patient and advises him or her about the relevant tests and interventions that are needed.
  2. The availability of a range of specialists such as cardiologists, nephrologists, ophthalmologists, neurologists and reconstructive surgeons to deal with the problems mentioned above.
  3. In-patient care in a full-facility hospital when needed.

The Diabetes Care Package at Sundaram Medical Foundation is tailored to span the entire spectrum of needs of diabetic patients in one location.
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  THE PACKAGE
The Diabetes Care Package is a carefully structured, cost-effective compilation of a group of tests and examinations that will permit an accurate estimation of the diabetic status and allow us to provide the required advice. It will consist of the following items.

Schedule
1 Registration
2 Laboratory tests - fasting
3 Detailed questionaire
4 ECG
5 Comprehensive foot evaluation including pedobarographic studies and doppler pressures
6 Complete evaluation by physician
7 Laboratory tests - post-prandial
8 Ophthalmlogist's evaluation
9 Dietician's evaluation and advice
10 Review with physician-in-charge with all reports
11 Recommendations and follow-up advice
Handing over of final reports

The Diabetes Care Package – tests included

  • Urine analysis
  • Fasting and post-prandial plasma glucose
  • Lipid profile
  • Serum creatinine
  • HbA1C – glycosylated hemoglobin estimation
  • ECG
  • Urine protein excretion

Please note: The schedule listed above may not be done in the same sequence as outlined for logistic reasons. However, the entire package will be covered within the day.

 
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  REGISTRATION & TIMINGS

This package is designed exclusively for the individual who is already diagnosed as having diabetes. It aims to provide an accurate assessment of the present status of the person and to offer advice regarding ongoing management of the problem.

  • Patients may register at the clinic on any working day – Monday to Saturday.

  • Appointments may be made in person or over the phone.

  • The package will take several hours to complete (7:30 AM to 3:30 PM). It will usually be completed on the same day.

  • Patients should be on an empty stomach (nothing to eat or drink from 10:00 PM of the previous night).

  • Current medications should not be discontinued. Please contact us for any clarifications.

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  LOCATION & TELEPHONE NUMBERS

SUNDARAM MEDICAL FOUNDATION
DR RANGARAJAN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Shanthi Colony, IV Avenue
Annanagar
Chennai 600 040

For appointments and information, please phone:

2620-8844
2626-8844
2628-2352
STD Code – (044)

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  TARIFFS

 

Rs 1500/-

Based on this package, additional consultations and investigations may be recommended. The charges for such items will be additional.

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Shanthi Colony, IV Avenue
Annanagar
Chennai 600 040, India
Ph: (91)-(044)-2626-8844    Fax: (91)-(44)-2628-4257