If you have a new type 2 diabetes diagnosis or your current treatment is not getting you where you want to be, the next step should be a review of your full health picture. At RescueMD in Allen, we help adults make informed decisions about medication, glucose monitoring, food choices and follow-up. Patients come to our Allen office from Plano, Frisco and McKinney as well.
A treatment review can help when your A1C has risen, home glucose readings are changing, a medication causes side effects, or a new heart or kidney concern affects the choice of therapy. It can also help if the plan you were given is difficult to maintain. Bring your medication list, recent lab results and glucose readings if you have them.
We will discuss what your numbers mean, what goal is appropriate for you, and which changes are worth considering now. A1C targets and follow-up timing are individualized, especially if you have a history of low blood glucose or other medical conditions.
There is no single best medicine for every person. A clinician may discuss metformin, medicines in the GLP-1 receptor agonist or SGLT2 inhibitor classes, insulin or other options when appropriate. The choice depends on your glucose levels, other conditions, benefits and side effects, cost, access and preferences. We also review what you are already taking before adding or changing treatment.
If you use insulin or a medicine that can cause low blood glucose, your plan should include a conversation about recognizing and managing lows. Do not stop or change a prescribed medicine based on a web page; bring concerns to your treating clinician.
Your clinician may recommend A1C testing, home glucose checks or a discussion about continuous glucose monitoring based on your treatment and clinical needs. Follow-up visits are a chance to see whether the plan is working and to adjust it safely. We also consider blood pressure, cholesterol, kidney health and other factors that influence long-term risk.
Treatment continues beyond one medication decision. Our ongoing diabetes care page explains how routine monitoring and preventive checks fit together, including retinal camera screening in Allen.
Medication and daily habits work together. A registered dietitian can help you plan meals that fit your routine and your treatment, including how to approach eating when appetite or medication changes. For people who want a structured program with regular support around an elevated A1C, learn about A1C Accelerator. Ask our team whether the program fits your diagnosis and current care plan. Results and medication choices vary from person to person.
If you have prediabetes, we can review your results, risk factors and options for reducing risk, then set a plan for follow-up. If you have type 1 diabetes or complex insulin needs, we can discuss how primary care should coordinate with your endocrinology team. This page focuses on treatment choices for adults with type 2 diabetes.
Our office is at 945 Stockton Drive, Suite 6100, Allen, TX 75013. Call 972-390-7667 to ask about scheduling a treatment review. Tell us if you have new symptoms, frequent low readings or difficulty getting prescribed medicines so the team can guide you to appropriate care.
Yes. Your clinician can review your readings, adherence, side effects and other health conditions, then discuss whether a change in medication, monitoring or support is appropriate.
Treatment depends on the individual situation. Some people need insulin, while others use different medicines or combinations. A clinician should explain the reason for a recommendation and how it will be monitored.
Yes. Ask about a visit with our registered dietitian as part of your plan. Call RescueMD at 972-390-7667 to discuss your next treatment step in Allen.
Contact our team for personalized answers about your Type 2 Diabetes Treatment
Call RescueMD at 972-390-7667 to discuss your next treatment step in Allen.
945 Stockton Drive,
Ste #6100 Allen, TX 75013
Phone: 972-390-7667
Fax: 972-390-1557
