Diabetes Education ProgramSkagit Valley Hospital offers a comprehensive education program for adults with diabetes, either newly diagnosed or for those patients needing extra guidance with diabetes control. The program includes an introductory one-on-one appointment, six hours of group sessions (two three-hour classes) covering the basics of diabetes management, and at least two hours of one-on-one education in nutrition.

The program is coordinated by Amy Navarre Cantrell, PA-C, Certified Diabetic Educator, who teaches classes in cooperation with Exercise Specialist Michelle Frey and Registered Dietitian Christina Sackman. Dr. Geoffrey Spielmann serves as Medical Director for the program.

The program requires a physician referral so talk to your health care provider. The program is covered by most insurance companies. Please check with your insurance provider to confirm. For other questions, or more information about the program, call our Diabetes Education Scheduler at 360-814-2184.

For more information about diabetes management visit the American Diabetes Association.