Diabetology

The Department of Diabetology at Poona Hospital and Research Centre provides comprehensive diabetes care to diagnose and educate patients on living a healthy lifestyle with diabetes. The department also features a dedicated Diabetic Foot Clinic.

1) Diabetic Foot Clinic:-

Diabetic Foot is one of the major complications of Diabetes Mellitus In the world, every 30 seconds a limb or part of a limb is amputated directly as a complication of diabetes. Poona Hospital & Research Centre has recently started a dedicated Diabetic Foot Clinic.

The Diabetic Foot clinic offers a wide range of modalities for diagnosing and quantifying Neuropathy in Diabetic Foot. Preventive foot care and management of ulcers with specialized dressings is available.

Automated ABI/TBI Index Machine

The Hadeco Smartdrop XT is fully automatic total vascular testing system for ABI and TBI studies that works with a Windows software Smart -XT- Link including automated blood pressure & pulse volume measurement capabilities for up to 14 sites.

Biothesiometer

The Biothezi - VPT is used to assess VPT. Computer USB interface, Digital display meter,which delivers vibrations of increasing strength.

Podiatric Chair

Electric Pedicure Kit

Podofix

Special Features of Diabetes Clinic are:

  • Team of expert doctors and staff
  • Diabetes checkup comprehensive packages.
  • Diet, exercise lifestyle modification advice
  • Management and guidance for diabetes complications including specialty services in Cardiology, Ophthalmology, Podiatrics, Nephrology, Haepatology & Obesity providing comprehensive care.
Our Team of Diabetology Specialties:

Dr. Gauri Damle

Education: M.D.(Med)

Specialties: Diabetology

OPD Timing: Mon & Thurs - 09.00 am to 11.00 am

Dr. Bhaskar B. Harshe

Education: M.D.(Med)

Specialties: Diabetology

OPD Timing: Tues & Fri - 09.00 am to 11.00 am
FAQ
1) What is diabetology?
Diabetology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of diabetes.
2) What are the types of diabetes?
The main types are Type 1 (autoimmune), Type 2 (insulin resistance), and Gestational Diabetes (during pregnancy).
3) What are the early signs of diabetes?
Common signs include excessive thirst, frequent urination, unexplained weight loss, fatigue, and blurred vision.
4) Can diabetes be cured?
There is no cure, but diabetes can be managed with medication, diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes.
5) What foods should diabetics avoid?
Avoid sugary foods, refined carbs, processed snacks, and high-fat junk foods to control blood sugar levels.