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Essendon 3040
Victoria  Australia
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Diabetes Educator

ELIZABETH CORNISH - DIABETES EDUCATION

CredCredentialled Diabetes Educator 26862 and Registered Nurse

       Support - Educate - Motivate     Email –ehcornish@bigpond.com

       Medicare Provider Number 2784772Y

APPOINTMENTS – Ph. 9374 1322 

WHO AM I?

I am Elizabeth Cornish. I have been a registered nurse for over 20 years, working in many different health areas.  I have qualifications in Diabetes Education and am Credentialled by the Australian Diabetes Educators’ Association.  I also work in Diabetes Education at a major tertiary hospital and in community settings.

ADEA Credentialled Diabetes Educator

WHAT DO DIABETES EDUCATOR’S DO?

Credentialled Diabetes Educator’s help people with diabetes to understand the risks and benefits of lifestyle choices and treatment options.  They can work with other members of the healthcare team to achieve clinical targets, good heath and well-being.

At SIA Medical Centre you can also see a podiatrist and a dietician.

Get a complete diabetes check –up!

Diabetes Educators help to explain

•       What diabetes is

•       How it can affect your health

•       Monitoring blood sugar

•       Using medication, including insulin

•        How to plan for good mental  & physical health

DO I NEED A REFERRAL?

No referral is required.

If your GP has referred you through the EPC program you will need to bring the paperwork your doctor gave you.

WHAT TO BRING?

Blood sugar meter – if you have one

Reading glasses

A friend or relative if you wish

HOW MUCH WILL IT COST?

Consultation cost and length varies according to your requirements.

People on EPC will incur a small out of pocket expense.

Pensioners and DVA will be bulked billed.

People with private health insurance extras should check with their provider about rebates.