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Diabetic Foot Clinic
PURPOSE:
The purpose of the
Diabetic Foot Clinic is to provide comprehensive foot care for all diabetics
including nail trimming, corn and callous reduction, management of foot
ulcers, and prevention of common diabetic foot disorders.
GOAL:
The goal of the clinic
is to use a conservative approach to best meet the individual's needs
through:
STAFF:
The Diabetic Foot
Clinic insures optimum care through a team approach. It utilizes the expertise
of specialists in a wide variety of fields. The staff includes:
- General Surgeons
- Nurse Specialists
- Orthotist
EVALUATION:
Evaluation of the patient may include:
- Doppler Examination
- Neurological Screening
- Footwear Assessment
and Recommendation
- Education Regarding
Foot Care
TREATMENT:
Treatment consists of a multi-disciplinary approach to
diabetic foot care. Treatment is focused on prevention of
diabetic foot disorders through the use of nail and
callous care, education, proper footwear, and exercises.
Treatment may also address healing of diabetic foot
wounds.
REFERRALS:
- Nutritional counseling
- Diabetes Education
- Diabetes Support
Group
INSURANCE:
Diabetic Foot Care services are covered for diabetics by
Medicare, Medicaid, and most insurances.
For more information,
please contact us at 314-989-1181.
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