Diabetes in Children
You want to see your child grow up big and strong. At the UK Barnstable Brown Diabetes Center, so do we.
If your child is experiencing problems impacting their metabolism and growth, you can turn to our experts for comprehensive care.
Our pediatric endocrinologists are specially trained to treat hormone-related issues in children. These board-certified providers receive an additional three years of training in endocrinology after becoming pediatricians.
Conditions treated
Our pediatric providers treat a wide range of endocrine conditions in children, including:
- Adrenal gland problems, including adrenal insufficiency and Cushing syndrome
- Growth hormone deficiency
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
- Puberty disorders, including delayed puberty and precocious puberty
- Short stature
- Thyroid problems, including hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism and cancer
- Type 1 and type 2 diabetes
Our team
You can trust that your child will be in good hands with our talented team of providers.
Your child may see:
- Pediatric endocrinologists
- Diabetes educators
- Registered nurses
- Social workers
What to expect at your first appointment
At your child’s first appointment, you will fill out a form addressing their symptoms as well as their birth history, family history and social history.
Next, we will measure your child’s height, weight and vital signs. Some children may need their blood drawn or an X-ray taken. These tests will occur at UK HealthCare – Turfland, where the UK Barnstable Brown Diabetes Center is located.
A provider will then conduct a physical exam before developing a care plan tailored to your child’s specific needs.
Why choose UK HealthCare?
Our multidisciplinary team works alongside families to ensure your child receives the best care possible.
If your child is diagnosed with diabetes, our diabetes educators provide age-appropriate lessons so that you and your child understand how to successfully manage their condition. They offer training on insulin pumps and blood glucose-monitoring equipment as well as guidance on healthy eating and how to keep blood glucose levels under control.
Our family-centered approach means that we involve you – the caregiver – every step of the way so that we can achieve our common goal: Making sure your child can grow and thrive.
