Adults Diabetes Service | Tairāwhiti

Gisborne Hospital

Contact Details

Phone (06) 869 0500 ext 8060
Email diabetesservice@tdh.org.nz

Street Address

421 Ormond Road
Lytton West
Gisborne 4010

Postal Address

Private Bag 7001
Gisborne 4040

Description

Our Adults Diabetes Service provides comprehensive, person-centered care and support with people living with diabetes.  This includes people individuals with:

  • Type 1 diabetes
  • Diabetes in pregnancy
  • Type 3c diabetes
  • Genetic forms of diabetes such as monogenic diabetes

The Adults Diabetes Service provides: 

  • Comprehensive treatment, education and management plans 

  • Prescription management and medication review 

  • Dietary education and nutrition support 

  • Referrals to other healthcare specialist treatment when additional expertise or care is required
Note: Eye screening for people with diabetes is provided by OPSM Gisborne on referral from your GP or practice nurse.

In addition, we provide support for individuals with Type 2 diabetes who may benefit from extra assessment or management through our secondary services, upon referral from their primary healthcare provider when required

For more information on Diabetes click here

Fees and Charges Description

New Zealand citizens and individuals holding permanent residency are eligible to access publicly funded health care services.

People who are not residents may need to contribute to the cost of their health care

Hours

8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.

Mon – Fri 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Public Holidays: Closed Auckland Anniversary (26 Jan), Waitangi Day (6 Feb), Good Friday (3 Apr), Easter Sunday (5 Apr), Easter Monday (6 Apr), ANZAC Day (observed) (27 Apr), King's Birthday (1 Jun), Matariki (10 Jul), Labour Day (26 Oct).
Christmas: Open 22 Dec — 24 Dec. Open 24 Dec (8:30 AM – 12:00 PM). Closed 25 Dec — 4 Jan. Open 5 Jan — 9 Jan.

Languages Spoken

English

Services Provided

Insulin Pumps
Diabetes (diabetes mellitus)

Disability Assistance

Wheelchair access, Wheelchair accessible toilet, Mobility parking space, Assistance to move around, A longer appointment time, More space to move around, Support to make decisions

Pharmacy

Find your nearest pharmacy here:


https://healthpoint.co.nz/public/endocrinology/adults-diabetes-service-tairawhiti/