Diabetes Self-Management EducationDiabetes Self-Management Education (DSME)

The primary goals of diabetes self management education (DSME) are to give diabetics information and self-care training, help them identify barriers, and help them improve their problem solving and coping skills so they can take better care of themselves. DSME is designed to optimize metabolic control, prevent acute and chronic complications, and achieve the best quality of life possible, all while keeping costs at acceptable levels.