Pediatric endocrinologists specialize in the unique aspects of managing diabetes in children and adolescents.
Pediatric Considerations
Pediatric diabetes care addresses school management plans, growth and development monitoring, age-appropriate diabetes education, psychosocial support, transition to adult care, and managing diabetes during puberty.
What to Look For
- Pediatric endocrinology board certification
- School management plan expertise
- Psychosocial support services
Questions to Ask
- How do you support diabetes management at school?
- How does puberty affect diabetes?
- When should we transition to adult care?