Diabetes

Diabetes Education

Our program at Our Lady of the Lake Ascension is designed to help you gain control of your diabetes through education, nutrition and exercise. Whether you are newly diagnosed or have had diabetes for years, our team of certified diabetes educators, registered nurses and registered dieticians can provide the education and support you need to thrive with the disorder.

The program is recommended for all persons with Type 1, Type 2, Gestational Diabetes or Impaired Glucose Tolerance to help control diabetes and prevent complications.

Physician approval is required for enrollment in the program. In most cases, insurance will assist with the cost. Co-pays and deductibles may apply.

Our Lady of the Lake Ascension Diabetes Education Program

2647 S. St. Elizabeth Blvd., Suite 230
Gonzales, LA 70737

Phone: (225) 743-2833

8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday

Medical Nutrition Therapy

Our Lady of the Lake Ascension's Medical Nutrition Therapy program offers the tools required to enjoy a healthier lifestyle. A registered dietitian will meet with you and develop a personal plan that meets your needs and achieves your individual goals. Participation in this program requires a physician referral or prescription.

One of the plans we offer is “Nutrition Solutions: A Comprehensive Weight Loss Program,” including comprehensive medical nutrition therapy and weight loss that focuses on the entire picture of your health, not just a snapshot of your weight. Our comprehensive program combines education and the PrescriptFit® product line "to help you control disease, produce weight loss and avoid deprivation."

This personalized approach does not eliminate any food groups, lets you choose how fast you see results and provides effective meal plans.

Our Lady of the Lake Ascension Medical Nutrition Therapy Program

2647 S. St. Elizabeth Blvd., Suite 230
Gonzales, LA 70737

Phone: (225) 647-8511

8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday

Treating both adult and pediatric diabetes and nutrition disorders, the Our Lady of the Lake Diabetes & Nutrition Center provides comprehensive programs including diabetes self-management training and medical nutrition therapy.

Working closely with the referring physician, our team of certified diabetes educators, registered nurses and registered dietitians provide education and training to develop a treatment plan that fits a patient's lifestyle. Physician referrals are required for enrollment in the Diabetes Self-Management Training (DSMT) program and Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) program.

For information on how to obtain a referral, contact our office at (225) 765-8020. Our staff will contact referred individuals to arrange appointments.

Services include:

• Diabetes Self-Management Training Program (DSMT)
• Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)
• Diabetes Education and Awareness Group (Support Group)

The diabetes support group meets on the second Tuesday of each month in the Our Lady of the Lake Auditorium, 6 to 7 p.m.

The Diabetes and Nutrition Center has been awarded recognition by the American Diabetes Association in accordance with the national standards for quality diabetes patient education programs.

Diabetes & Nutrition Center

2041 Silverside Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Phone: (225) 765-8020
Fax: (225) 765-6002

7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Thursday
7:30 a.m. - 2 p.m., Friday

Our Lady of the Angel’s inpatient and outpatient nutritional services offer the tools required to enjoy a healthier lifestyle. One of our registered dietitians can assist you in developing a personal plan that will meet your needs and achieve your individual goals.

Our outpatient nutrition services provide medical nutrition therapy and/or health and wellness sessions, as well as a recognized Diabetes Self-management Education and Support program. If you are an inpatient and require specialized nutrition, your doctor will order a nutrition consultation and you will be seen by our clinical dietitian. Participation in one of our outpatient services requires a referral from your primary care provider.

Diabetes Education

Our Lady of the Angels’ Diabetes Self-management Education and Support Program is recognized by the American Diabetes Association.

This program is designed to assist you with the knowledge, skills and ability necessary for pre-diabetes or diabetes self-care, as well as activities that can help you in implementing and sustaining the behaviors needed to manage these conditions on an ongoing basis.

Whether you are newly diagnosed or have had diabetes for years, our team of certified diabetic educators, registered nurses and registered dieticians can provide the education and support you need to thrive while living with pre-diabetes or diabetes.

Our program is recommended for all persons with Type 1, Type 2, Gestational Diabetes or pre-diabetes.

Enrollment

Physician referral is required for enrollment in the Diabetes Self-management Education and Support Program. In most cases, insurance will assist with the cost of this program. Co-pays and deductibles may apply. Please call the Outpatient Nutrition Department at (985) 730-7177 for more information.

Our Lady of the Angels Diabetes Self-management Education and Support Program at the Our Lady of the Angels Family Medicine Clinic

420 Avenue F
Bogalusa, LA 70427

Phone: (985) 730-7177