Diabetes Program

Diabetes Prevention & Management Program

Mission Statement:

The mission of the K’ima:w Medical Center is to provide high-quality health care to the Native American people and all others who may seek the service we provide in the Hoopa Valley Indian Reservation and surrounding area.

Vision Statement:

In service of its mission, by continuously improving the quality of our service, K’ima:w Medical Center will be the best and most qualified health center for the Hoopa Valley and surroundings, the primary force in improving the quality of life of our people

K'ima:w Medical Center's Diabetes Prevention & Management Program  (DPMP) works together with the medical team and supports ancillary staff to provide diabetes education and care to patients and community members of the Hoopa Valley and surrounding areas. The DPMP is supported by a continuing grant from the Special Diabetes Program for Indians (SDPI). The SDPI grant is currently devoted to a Best Practice of diabetes education and providing the community with information about how to prevent diabetes. We are offering several classes including: DM101 for newly diagnosed patients, cooking class for healthier alternatives to recipes, and a talking circle where patients can come and share their struggles and accomplishments. The DPMP also has on-going community activities for youth and adults throughout the calendar year that include our annual Diabetes Walk and participation in KMC's annual Health Fair. The DPMP provides primary, secondary, and tertiary services through individual, group education, community screening, intensive case management and community education and activities. DPMP works collaboratively and partners with other organizations, HVT entities, and interested individuals to build a healthier community.

From specialized exercise and diet programs, our diabetes education program also provides one-on-one coaching for those diagnosed with diabetes or who are at risk for diabetes.  Our Diabetes Program Team, which include Certified Diabetic Educators (CDE), Lifestyle Coaches, and Registered Dietitians (RD), enjoy hosting monthly educational meetings and food-preparation seminars.  Our Diabetes Center with work-out equipment can facilitate exercise programs for our patients, their family, and our community.  

Resources:

Diabetes: 

• What is Diabetes?

Monitoring Devices for Diabetes:

• Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs): What is a CGM?
• Medicare Qualification Criteria for CGMs