Services are available for adults and pregnant people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes, and gestational diabetes.
We offer the following types of appointment:
- Initial and follow-up
- Drop-in (Tuesdays 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.)
To book an individual appointment, contact the centre. We offer 45-minute appointments to discuss your needs with certified diabetes educators, our dietitian and nurse and 45-minute appointments for women with diabetes in pregnancy/gestational diabetes. The diabetes team is here to support you throughout your pregnancy.
It would be helpful to bring the following to your appointments:
- Blood glucose log book
- A three day food record
- Current list of medications (including timing and insulin dose amounts)
- Prescription for any new diabetes medication
- List of questions, concerns and/or goals
You are welcome to bring a family member or support person to the appointment with you.
Parking is limited so please come to your appointment early if you need to find a parking space.
Wellness Centre - Diabetes Education
101 Lerwick Rd
Courtenay, B.C.
V9N 0B9
Fax: 250-331-5903
Monday - Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Drop in clinics: Tuesday, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. All are welcome.
