Diabetes Education

Learn how to Manage and Live with Diabetes

WellSpan Health’s Diabetes Education Program is committed to providing high quality, comprehensive diabetes education to patients, their families, healthcare professionals and the community in general. Our program offers individuals the knowledge, empowerment and inspiration to overcome the barriers to behavioral change and achieve optimal health. Our educators and staff work as your partner throughout the process walking with you through every step of the way.

The Diabetes Education Program is taught by Certified Diabetes Educators® (CDE). CDE’s are licensed health care professionals with comprehensive knowledge and experience in diabetes education and management. Our certified educators support patients in the understanding and management of their diabetes. CDEs meet the requirements set by the National Certification Board and has become the standard of excellence for quality diabetes education.

A referral from your provider is necessary for the program. Reimbursement varies with each company and you should check with your plan about coverage. For a program schedule with dates or to learn more, please contact your local branch.

• Adams County: WellSpan Endocrinology - Adams Health Center, Gettysburg (717) 339-2790
• York County: WellSpan Endocrinology - St. Charles Way, York (717) 851-6231
• Lancaster County: WellSpan Cocalico Health Center (717) 721-8790
• Lebanon County: WellSpan Dixon Foundation Health Center (717) 270-7927

How We Can Help

The WellSpan Health Diabetes Education Program offers a comprehensive series of up to seven visits.  The program also offers yearly review.  For more details, contact your local program. 

Services Provided

• Group Self-Management classes
• Yearly Refresher
• Individual Diabetes Sessions
• Medical Nutrition Therapy
• Injection Instruction
• Glucometer Training
• Insulin Pump Preparation and Review
• Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) Training
• Allied Health Professional Training

Diabetes Health Talks, Classes and Events 

"This diabetes self-management education program has been awarded Recognition by the American Diabetes Association in accordance with the National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education Programs."

Physicians

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Locations

Distances are estimated from zip code: 17401. Update zip code

WellSpan Diabetes Education

Distance: 3.0 mi.
292 St. Charles Way
York, PA 17402
(717) 851-5341

WellSpan Endocrinology

Distance: 3.0 mi.
292 St. Charles Way
York, PA 17402
(717) 851-6231

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WellSpan Diabetes Education

Distance: 25.5 mi.
40 V-Twin Dr.
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 339-2779

WellSpan Endocrinology

Distance: 25.5 mi.
40 V-Twin Dr.
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 339-2790

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WellSpan Endocrinology

Distance: 30.5 mi.
354 Alexander Spring Rd.
Carlisle, PA 17015
(717) 217-6820

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Diabetes Education

Distance: 30.8 mi.
30 North 4th St.
Lebanon, PA 17046
(717) 270-7927

Wellness Center

Distance: 36.3 mi.
63 W. Church St.
Stevens , PA 17578
(717) 721-8790

WellSpan Endocrinology

Distance: 47.0 mi.
601 E. Main St.
Waynesboro, PA 17268
(717) 217-6820

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WellSpan Endocrinology

Distance: 48.2 mi.
12 St. Paul Dr.
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 217-6820

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WellSpan Endocrinology

Distance: 55.1 mi.
24 Antrim Commons Dr.
Greencastle, PA 17225
(717) 217-6820

Resources for Diabetic Patients

• Diabetes Health Center
• American Diabetes Association
• dLife
• Cornerstones 4 Care
• American Diabetes Association Journey for Control
• Abbott
• Children with Diabetes
• Calorie King (favorite food brand nutrition)
• Teaming Up for Diabetes
• My Fitness Pal
• National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disease
• WebMD on Diabetes

Medication Assistance Websites

• Needy Meds
• RxAssist
• Patient Assistance
• Pennsylvania RX Price Finder
• Coast2Coast RX