The Free Clinics offers a Diabetes Program for newly diagnosed patients or those patients who have diabetes that is not well-managed. The program includes three main components:
Bridges to Health: Diabetes
Open to patients with prediabetes, type-1, or type-2 diabetes
Free primary care
No appointment needed; drop-in visits offered weekly
A comprehensive group providing medical care, behavioral health care, and health education
Meters, testing supplies, and prescription medications from our pharmacy
One-on-one visits with an RN case manager to create individualized care plans and set goals
Nutritional education
Free annual eye exam
A1c test every three months; microalbumin test annually
Foot exam(s), annually or as appropriate
Endocrinology Clinic
Consultation with an Endocrinologist (available with referral from a primary care physician; this can be the BTH: Diabetes program)
Personalized visit with a Registered Dietitian
Ongoing support, monitoring, and education by a Registered Nurse
Eye Clinic
Comprehensive diabetic eye exam with an Ophthalmologist (available with referral from primary care physician; this can be the BTH: Diabetes program).
Referrals and support for ongoing care (if needed) and eyewear
Patients should call Lincoln Balassa, RN diabetes case manager, at 828.697.8422 for more information.