Type 1 & type 2 diabetes
Specialist diabetic care and consideration of associated health concerns.
DIABETES & METABOLIC HEALTH
Diabetes care.
More than a number.
CLAREMONT, CAPE TOWN
There can be a lot to discuss when you are living with diabetes. Dr Kaplan’s interests include type 1 and type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes and diabetic complications.
01 — THE WIDER PICTURE
Your history.
Your health.
Your everyday life.
01 / AREAS OF CARE
A broader view
of diabetes care.
These are areas described in the existing practice profile. Contact the practice to discuss whether a consultation is appropriate for your needs.
Pre-diabetes & metabolic health
The practice’s interests include pre-diabetes, metabolic syndrome, blood pressure and lipid disorders.
Diabetic complications
The wider practice profile describes care involving colleagues across relevant specialist disciplines.
02 / THE CONSULTATION APPROACH
What happens
at a consultation?
Your history matters.
The consultation approach begins with a careful medical history and examination.
Build a fuller picture.
Further investigations may be considered where needed. The approach depends on the individual consultation.
Bring care together.
Where appropriate, care may involve other healthcare professionals. Ask the practice about its current supporting services.
03 / BEFORE YOUR VISIT
Questions before
your visit.
For individual advice and current appointment arrangements, speak directly with the practice.
Planning your first visitHow do I arrange an appointment? ＋
Contact the consulting rooms on 021 674 2086 or 021 674 2087.
Do I need a referral? ＋
Ask reception whether a referral letter from your GP or another specialist is required and how it should reach the practice.
What should I bring? ＋
Ask the practice which previous results, referral information and other documents are needed for your visit.
What are the payment arrangements? ＋
Ask reception about consultation fees, payment on the day and whether the practice submits claims to your medical-aid scheme. Current scheme arrangements need to be confirmed with the practice.
THE CONSULTING ROOMS
249 Main Road
Claremont, Cape Town
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