Lose Weight, Lower A1c, Live Better with Ochsner Digital Medicine

Amanda W. knew her habits were hurting her health. 

She always felt tired and was in pain every day. Her blood sugar was too high from not eating well. She knew what she was doing was wrong, but she struggled with being accountable to herself. 

So she enrolled in the Ochsner Digital Medicine program, where she got the help she needed. She is now happy to report that she enjoys much better health and a fuller life.  

Since joining, Amanda has developed healthier habits, significantly lowered her blood sugar levels from an A1c of 11 and has lost a significant amount of weight. 

“My health has improved greatly since being in the program,” she says. “I’m more aware of my diet, I exercise a lot more and I managed to lose 65 pounds.” 

Now instead of worrying about her health, she enjoys bike rides with her dog, tending to her family’s garden, caring for their large group of farm animals and traveling when she can. 

Amanda credits her success to Digital Medicine’s approach of combining personalized care with user-friendly technology. If you have been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, joining the program gets you a digital glucometer and diabetes testing supplies to track blood sugar from the comfort of your home (The Dexcom Continuous Glucose Monitor is also supported for participants already using the device). 

The Digital Medicine care team monitors the readings from afar, so they can step in if your numbers go off track. The team also supports program participants by providing medication management (no in-person visits required) and lifestyle advice. 

A holistic approach, Digital Medicine also helps with high blood pressure, high cholesterol and weight. 

“Joining the program is the best decision you can make,” says Amanda. “It helps make you realize what you need to correct in your life.” 

Don’t wait. Take the first step toward better health and join Ochsner Digital Medicine today.