Pediatric Endocrine Metabolic Clinic

Betsy Schwartz, MD

Pediatric Endocrinology

Park Nicollet Clinic

Pediatric Endocrine Metabolic Clinic

Multidisciplinary team of providers Pediatric Endocrinologists Registered Dieticians Physical Therapists Family Therapist

Family-based approachEvaluate and manage obesity

related health conditionsFocus on making healthy dietary

and activity changes

Pediatric Endocrinologist

Evaluate and treat metabolic conditions associated with overweight and obesity

Insulin resistance, pre-diabetes, type 2 diabetes Polycystic ovary syndrome Hypertension and hyperlipidemia Thyroid disease, Cushing’s disease Fatty Liver Disease

Work with families on making dietary and activity changes that will improve health

Medication therapy, when indicated Work closely with other members of our Park Nicollet team to

provide comprehensive care Locations: St. Louis Park, Maple Grove, Burnsville, St. Cloud

Registered Dietician

Assess quality of the family’s dietProvide a plan for dietary change that is realistic for the

whole family Eating for heart health Importance of energy balance (calories in vs. calories out) Guidance with meal planning Label reading Food portion review

Regular follow-up to monitor progress and provide additional support and education

Pediatric Physical Therapy

Evaluate strength, balance, coordination, and cardiovascular endurance

Develop an individualized home exercise program

Aerobic exercise Resistance exercise

Establish skills required for lifelong fitness

3 locations: Burnsville, Maple Grove, St. Louis Park

Family Therapist

Evaluates for mental health concerns Depression, anxiety Eating disorders

Assess self-esteem and body image Help tackle negative thought patterns

Helps family work together to make lifestyle changes Assess readiness for change Determine support and barriers Develop strategies and tools to stay motivated

Counsels on parenting skills

Camp 5210

In partnership with One Heartland, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners

For children with type 2 diabetes or at risk for type 2 diabetes

A camp for the entire family to get healthy – all while having lots of fun!

July 6-10, 2012 Friday-Tuesday

Subsidized cost varies by household income $60 - $250

Camp 5210Recommended Criteria

Patient (child) has Type 2 DiabetesAt risk for Type 2 Diabetes (is overweight with a

BMI>85th% and has one of the following): elevated glucose elevated insulin level elevated hemoglobin A1C Signs of insulin resistance First degree relative with Type 2 Diabetes

A parent (guardian) must attend, siblings 7 years and older welcome