Diabetes is a chronic condition in which your body is unable to properly use and store glucose (a form of sugar). Instead of converting sugar into energy, it backs up in your bloodstream - causing your blood glucose (blood sugar) to rise too high. Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes are the most commonly diagnosed. If you develop diabetes while pregnant (a condition called gestational diabetes), you are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes later in life. Although it is not known exactly what causes diabetes, it is believed that genetics and environmental factors, such as obesity and lack of exercise, play a role. Early detection and treatment are important to reduce your risk of developing complications. Regular blood sugar screenings can help: know your numbers, know your risks.

We are proud to partner with the Joslin Diabetes Center in Boston, internationally recognized as a leader in diabetes treatment, clinical research, and patient and professional diabetes education since 1898. As the first Joslin Diabetes Center affiliate in southern New Hampshire, we bring together the experts you need to manage your diabetes: board certified endocrinologists and certified diabetes educators, including nurses, registered dietitians, and exercise counselors, who work with you to design a treatment plan that meets your individual needs.

Our Providers

Ellie Chuang, MD
Nina Guseva, MD
Robert Silver, MD, FACE

To schedule an appointment, call 603-577-5760.