What Does A Typical Joslin Affiliated Center Include?

A typical Joslin Affiliated Program includes:

• Medical Director and physicians who are board certified in internal medicine, or internal medicine and endocrinology.
  
• Nursing staff who are certified diabetes educators.
  
• Dietitians who are certified diabetes educators.
  
• Access to staff in the following areas (either as part of the Joslin program or through referral to the hospital):
  
  
  • Exercise specialist
    
  • Mental health specialist
    
  • Podiatrist
    
  • Eye Specialist
    
  • Other specialists, such as nephrology, cardiology, vascular medicine, etc.
    
• A wide range of programs and educational materials for use with patients.
  
• A comprehensive training and education program for staff.
  
• An effective marketing and public relations program.