Type 1 & Type 2 Diabetic Care
“Treating disease is really important, but it requires focusing on the person first.” ~ Dr. Schuster
The United States is experiencing a rapid rate of increase in cases of diabetes. The National Diabetes Statistics Report from 2020 found that 34.2 million Americans have diabetes, and 88 million American adults are pre-diabetic. There has also been a significant increase in cases among the US youth. These are alarming trends, often attributed to high-sugar diets and sedentary lifestyles. Patients require lifelong medical care to manage what can be a debilitating chronic disease.
Dr. Schuster sees patients of all ages in his practice. He also cares for patients who have been diagnosed with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. Most people with diabetes have Type 2 diabetes, which is slow to progress and generally the result of lifestyle choices. Only 5% of diabetics have type 1, which is significantly more aggressive. Dr. Schuster has extensive experience treating patients in this category. He also treats the frequent secondary complications of diabetes including kidney disease, heart disease, and neuropathy.
The Sum of All Parts
The Direct Primary Care part of Dr. Schuster’s medical practice offers the most comprehensive options for patients who have been diagnosed with diabetes. Dr. Schuster sees to every component of a patient’s healthcare. He is accessible and gets to know his patients well, which leads to an improved quality of life.
Led by the belief that each part of the body is interrelated, Dr. Schuster creates a cohesive approach to managing this challenging disease. He works with the patient’s endocrinologist and helps to direct the overall management of care. Most treatment is done by Dr. Schuster, which patients find very reassuring.
Due to the complications that can arise from diabetes, Dr. Schuster partners with each patient and ensures that if secondary complications do develop, he will provide references to specialists in areas like cardiology and nephrology. Patients can feel confident that Dr. Schuster will continue to be home base for their care. In his collaborative way, Dr. Schuster communicates with specialists and makes certain his patients' needs are being met.
Options for Care
Identifying the correct medications and insulin management is key to proper diabetic care. However, much more goes into living with this chronic disease. Dr. Schuster provides nutritional consulting, so patients learn how and what to eat as a diabetic. He will also advise on weight loss strategies and offer guidance on exercise options for those who haven’t been physically active in the past.
Education is critical in learning how to live with a lifelong chronic disease. Dr. Schuster has designed his Direct Primary Care practice so he can build meaningful relationships with his patients and assist them on a path to a fulfilling and healthy life.
