Diabetes Management

The health care professionals of the Diabetes Management Team at St. Joseph Medical Center believe that education is the key to empowering people to take charge of their lives and manage their diabetes for optimum health and wellness.

Diabetes Management Staff

Diabetes counseling is provided by registered nurses and dietitians with specialized knowledge in diabetes management. The staff are Certified Diabetes Educators.

Angela Serafin, RN, MSN, CDE
Coordinator of Diabetes Management Services
Registered Nurse
Certified Diabetes Educator

Vicki Adam, RD, CDE, LDN
Registered Dietitian
Certified Diabetes Educator
Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist

The St. Joseph Diabetes Self-Management Education Program is recognized by the American Diabetes Association for meeting the National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education.

Referrals

Individuals with diabetes and health care providers may contact the diabetes educators directly by calling 610-208-4625. Interested individuals may schedule appointments or register for classes by calling Central Scheduling at 610-378-2100.

Specialized Services

Specialized Services are available for children and adolescents, the visually impaired, the learning disabled and those speaking little or no English.

Locations

640 Walnut Street Walnut Medical Pavilion / 1st Floor Reading, PA 19601 (610) 208-4625
Route 183 Medical Office Building / Suite 205 Reading, PA 19605

Parking

Limited free parking is available in the lot at the corner of 6th &Walnut Streets and at the Walnut Medical Pavilion. Additional parking is available at the Reading Parking Authority Garage at Poplar and Walnut Streets.

Office Hours

MondayFriday 9-5pm
Evening Classes Available.