Using a team approach, pediatricians at the Diabetes Center of Excellence see patients on Wednesday afternoons and Friday mornings in the pediatric specialty clinic on the second floor of the Shands Medical Plaza. The clinic is staffed by a nurse specialist, dietician, psychologist and pharmacist and provides a multidisciplinary approach to addressing young patients' needs and the needs of their circle of support. Close follow-up is provided by telephone consultation and patients are encouraged to be involved in their own care as much as appropriate. Patients must be referred to clinic by their primary physician or Children's Medical Services.

To make a follow-up appointment, call (352) 265-8250.

To refer a patient, fax consult and records to (352) 334-1325.

Florida Camp for Children & Youth

For Ages 6-14 Years

The Pediatric Team assists also at the Florida Camp for Children and Youth with Diabetes which is administered at the University of Florida with wide participation by health professionals from around the state. The camp offers traditional camping programs for 6-8, 9-11, and 12-14 year-old children with diabetes.

For Ages 15 Years and Older

A more rigorous Bicycle Adventure Camp, Marine Ecology Camp and Sports Camp is offered for adolescents 15 years of age and older.

Family and Teens

Family and Teen Weekend retreats are offered throughout the year.

For more information on camping activities, call (352) 334-1323, or go the camp's website at www.floridadiabetescamping.org