Diabetes Centre
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Diabetes Centre
Our Diabetes Centre provides patient-centric comprehensive care for Type 1, Type 2, gestational diabetes and its related disorders, including oral medicine, weight-loss therapy and surgery.
Diabetes Doctors and Specialists in Malaysia
At Island Hospital’s Diabetes Centre, our team of diabetes specialists provides diagnosis and management for various diabetes conditions including Type 1, Type 2, gestational (pregnancy-related) diabetes, prediabetes, and related metabolic disorders.
We customizes treatment plans based on patients’ diabetes type, age, lifestyle, overall health, and the presence of other chronic conditions. As a one-stop solution centre for diabetes medicine in Malaysia, we provides adequate treatment and management plan with your future in mind, ensuring your care remains focused on long-term health outcomes.
In our practice, we utilize the latest in diabetes technology and are actively involved in international multi-centre clinical trials and research into diabetes and endocrine-related disorders. Our goal is to help patients prevent and manage complications, take control of their health, and continue living well.
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Conditions and Treatments
We offer the full complement of diabetes procedures, including gastric bypass and gastric sleeve surgery (also known as a sleeve gastrectomy) conducted by expert diabetes specialists, allowing us to select the treatment best suited to each patient.
Bariatric surgery can have a profound impact on Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Many of our patients are able to reduce or completely stop their diabetes medications following the procedure. It has also helped individuals lose significantly more weight than through diet alone and sustain that weight loss long term.
Beyond weight loss, bariatric surgery improves quality of life and addresses medical conditions associated with diabetes by influencing hormones, gut bacteria, and how the body regulates insulin and blood sugar.
Our diabetes specialists, Dr. Malik and Dr. Badrul Yeap work as part of a multidisciplinary team at Island Hospital, working with a clinical nurse specialist, dietician and psychologist to offer a holistic and patient-centred approach to bariatric surgery.
Diabetes treatments provided at Island Hospital includes (but not limited to) the following:
- Type 1 Diabetes Management
- Type 2 Diabetes Management
- Gestational Diabetes Management
- Oral Medications
- Insulin Therapy
- Multidisciplinary Diabetes Care
- Diabetes Complication Prevention and Monitoring
- Gastric Bypass Surgery
- Gastric Sleeve Surgery (Sleeve Gastrectomy)
- Bariatric Surgery
- Clinical Trials for Diabetes
- Diabetes Education and Lifestyle Counselling
Diabetes FAQs
Common symptoms of diabetes include frequent urination, excessive thirst, increased hunger, unexplained weight loss, fatigue, blurry vision, slow-healing wounds, and frequent infections. In early stages, especially the early Type 2 diabetes, symptoms can be mild or hard to be noticed.
You should visit the Endocrinology Department for diabetes care. Diabetes doctors also known as endocrinologists, they specialize in diagnosing and treating diabetes and other hormone-related disorders. These specialists work closely with other healthcare providers to create personalized treatment plans for patients.
Diabetes is caused by issues with insulin production or function. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition where the body attacks insulin-producing cells, while Type 2 diabetes usually develops due to insulin resistance and is often associated with lifestyle factors like obesity and inactivity.
Genetics also play a role in both diabetes types. If you have a family history of diabetes, speak with a healthcare provider to assess your risk. You may also consider visiting our clinical genetics for further evaluation.
Uncontrolled diabetes can cause serious complications such as heart disease, kidney issue, nerve damage, diabetic retinopathy (which can lead to vision loss), and poor wound healing. It can also increase the risk of infections and, may result in limb amputations in severe cases.
Currently, there is no permanent cure for diabetes. However, Type 2 diabetes could be well-controlled without medication by maintaining a healthy lifestyle, losing weight, or undergoing bariatric surgery. In most cases, Type 1 diabetes requires lifelong insulin therapy, researches are ongoing for potential cures.
Yes, lifestyle changes are crucial in preventing and managing diabetes, especially for Type 2. Key lifestyle changes such as regular exercise, following a diabetes-friendly diet, maintaining a healthy weight, and avoiding smoking or excessive alcohol can help control blood sugar levels and reduce the risk of complications.