As of Monday 28 October, please be aware the Diabetes Centre at Warwick Hospital has moved location to the old Keith Lee Suite, as seen in the map below as Diabetes New.
What we do
We provide specialist services for patients with a wide variety of diabetic and endocrine conditions in South Warwickshire and the surrounding areas.
Our aim is to help patients self-manage diabetes, avoid hospital admissions and reduce diabetes related complications. Clinics are run at Warwick Hospital and Stratford Hospital. We provide diabetes and Endocrine services through:
- general diabetes clinic
- nurse-led insulin pump clinics for people with Type 1 Diabetes
- a joint carbohydrate clinic with dietician
- a joint antenatal clinic for pregnant women
- nurse-led pre-conception clinic for women planning for pregnancy
- nurse-led erectile dysfunction clinic
- multidisciplinary diabetes foot clinic
- podiatrist-led step down diabetes foot clinic
- joint transitional diabetes clinic
- adolescent diabetes clinic
- general endocrinology clinic for patients with thyroid, adrenal, pituitary, PCOS and metabolic bone diseases
Patients with diabetic retinopathy are seen in Machen eye unit, Warwick Hospital.
The Diabetes and Endocrinology Department is based at Warwick Hospital and we run clinics both in the department and in Outpatients. Consultant-led clinics are also run from Stratford hospital.
Diabetes Centre helpline (for people with diabetes who are under our consultants care)
Telephone: +44 (0)1926 495321 Ext.4137 (answerphone service for non-urgent queries Mon-Fri)
Ante-natal enquiries
Telephone: +44 (0)1926 482649
Please ensure that you bring your blood glucose meter, a blood glucose diary, and up-to-date list of current medications to your clinic appointment.
For your consultant diabetes clinic appointment please bring an early morning urine sample. If you have been provided with request forms for blood tests, please ensure that you have had your blood tests done prior to your clinic appointment.
- Diabetes UK
- The British Thyroid Foundation
- The Pituitary Foundation
- Verity - the UK charity for women who's lives are affected by Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).
- Living with CAH - a support group for those living with CAH (Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia).
- Patient UK - a website providing non-medical people in the UK with good quality information about health and disease
The GDm-Health App is for women with Gestational Diabetes and is free to download on both Apple iOS and Android Smartphones. The App can be used to:
- Upload and track blood glucose (BG) readings
- Show your BG readings as a list, in diary view and in a graph
- Easily filter your BG readings to show trends
- Provide additional notes to your care team
- Request call backs from your care team
- Receive care guidance from your care professional direct to your app
- Keep a history log of previous blood glucose readings
- Use a visual aid to help you to keep on track with your BG monitoring
- Find out about gestational diabetes mellitus
- Take better control of your condition
- Find information about food and diet, weight management, and activity and fitness during pregnancy
For further information and guidance on the GDm-Health App; follow the link below to the GDm-Health Patient Help Centre.
What we do
The diabetes specialist nurse supports newly diagnosed diabetic patients to manage their conditions in the community. They are based at George Eliot Hospital and they work alongside a diabetologist.
Related links
What we do
DESMOND stands for Diabetes Education and Self Management for Ongoing and Newly Diagnosed. DESMOND is a curriculum-based structured education programme for people who have been recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes or who have been living with type 2 diabetes for a while.
View a useful video about the DESMOND- the Type 2 Diabetes support group.
DESMOND is delivered by two trained educators who will provide honest, up-to-date, evidence-based information about the causes, effects and options for managing your diabetes.
The DESMOND programme provides an informal and friendly atmosphere in which you will be able to share your experiences, thoughts and opinions about diabetes whilst learning how to manage it. During the programme, the following will be explored:
- Your thoughts and feelings around your diabetes
- Understanding diabetes and glucose: what happens in the body
- Understanding the risk factors and complications associated with diabetes
- Understanding more about monitoring and medication
- How to take control - Food Choices - Physical Activity
- Planning for the future
We currently offer DESMOND for patients up to 12 months post diagnosis and those with established diabetes who have not previously attended an education course.
If you are interested in attending a DESMOND course, speak to your GP or practice nurse who will be able to assess your suitability for the programme, provide further information and make a referral.
Can I refer myself to Desmond?
We are now able to accept self-referrals, if you would like to refer yourself to the Desmond course, please complete this form and send to the address indicated.
“I cannot remember a day in my life which was more valuable to me… …I am most grateful to the NHS for funding this project.”
“I found the day informative, relaxed, informal and friendly. Both ladies were knowledgeable and approachable. Thank you.”
“I felt the programme was very informative and put across with great clarity and friendliness. I now feel more able to manage my diabetes.”
“It was a very good idea for my husband and I to attend together. We will now be able to support my husband together. We will make changes and benefit from the session.”
“A good, well-presented session that reinforced the message that I can take control of my diabetes and manage the condition”
"A good combination of medical facts and practical exercises."
"Good opportunity to meet others with type 2."
Read a summary of John’s experience of attending one of our Desmond sessions.
Once you have agreed to attend a DESMOND session, you will receive a booklet on preparing for attending DESMOND. During the session you will also receive a booklet of information to complement the topics covered during the session. Groups consist of up to 10 participants and we encourage you to bring a partner or friend along with you.
Read about and watch a video of one participants experience of Desmond.
Contact details
Tel: 01926 600818 (Option 3)
E-mail: desmond
Dietetic Department
George Eliot Hospital
College Street
Nuneaton
CV10 7DJ
Venues we deliver at (subject to change)
North Warwickshire:
- George Eliot Hospital, College Street, Nuneaton, CV10 7DJ
- Hatters Space Community Centre, Upper Abbey Street, Nuneaton, CV11 1PT
South Warwickshire:
- The SYDNI Centre, Cottage Square, Sydenham, Leamington Spa, CV31 1PT
- Stratford Hospital, Arden St, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6NX
- The Gap Warwick, 39 Oakwood Grove, Warwick, CV34 5TD
- Stratford:
- Stratford Sports Club, Swans Nest, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 7LS
Video Sessions
We also deliver group video sessions using a programme called Microsoft Teams. We will provide you with details of how to join via a desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smart phone if you opt for this option.
One to One
If you feel a group session is not suitable for you, we can arrange a one-to-one appointment with a Registered Dietitian
E-Learning
We can also provide you with access to MyDESMOND if you are unable to attend an appointment or want access after attending to keep up to date.
A EMIS referral self-populating form available, please contact the Dietetic department for a copy.
Download a copy of our ‘Come and Meet DESMOND’ information sheet which can be handed out at point of referral.
We accept referrals from GP practices for patients who meet our referral criteria.
In order to prevent delays in processing of referrals, please ensure the referral form is completed in full. Please include up-to-date HbA1c and lipid results where available. These will be plotted by patients during the session in order to help them build their own health profile. If you wish to discuss a referral with us, please contact our Desmond coordinator.
Completed referral forms can be sent to:
DESMOND Admin
Dietetic Department
George Eliot Hospital
College Street
Nuneaton
CV10 7DJ
Please email: desmond