The Pediatric Diabetes Clinic provides specialized and comprehensive care for children and adolescents with all types of diabetes mellitus, with particular emphasis on Type 1 Diabetes. The Clinic aims to achieve individualized glycemic control, prevent and ensure the early management of acute and chronic complications, and support healthy growth, development, and quality of life.
Ongoing care includes regular assessment of glycemic control and individualized treatment adjustments based on each child's age and specific needs. Advanced diabetes management technologies are utilized, including continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems, insulin pumps, and automated insulin delivery systems, where clinically appropriate.
Particular emphasis is placed on providing comprehensive education and empowering children and their families to manage diabetes effectively in everyday life. This includes glucose monitoring, insulin therapy adjustments, carbohydrate counting, the management of hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia, as well as diabetes management during physical activity, illness, holidays, and daily school activities.
Care also includes nutritional guidance and counseling, psychosocial support when needed, and regular monitoring of parameters related to the child's overall health, growth, and development.
The Clinic adopts a multidisciplinary approach, bringing together pediatric endocrinologists, registered dietitians and nutritionists, child psychologists, and other healthcare professionals when necessary. Its primary goal is to ensure safe and effective diabetes management, empower children and their families, and support a smooth transition from adolescence to adulthood.