The Emily Program Launches Specialized Treatment Program to Fill a Critical Gap in Eating Disorder Care for People with Diabetes

New offering combines expert care for eating disorders and diabetes management and reduces the scarcity of treatment for this audience in America

DURHAM, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Emily Program, a nationally recognized leader in eating disorder specialty care and behavioral health services, today announced an expansion of care that fills a critical gap in eating disorder treatment for patients with diabetes. The Diabetes and Eating Disorder Management Program, exclusively offered in The Emily Program’s Durham, North Carolina center, creates a pathway to recovery for this at-risk population and reduces the scarcity of eating disorder treatment for those with diabetes.

Research shows that individuals with diabetes are at higher risk of developing eating disorders. Without proper oversight, the combination of an eating disorder and diabetes can result in unstable blood sugar levels and long-term health risks including nerve, kidney, and vision damage. The Emily Program’s specialty eating disorder program for people with diabetes addresses these challenges with comprehensive specialized care.

“We are proud to be one of the only treatment centers in the country that can fill the need for eating disorder care for people with diabetes, supporting their recovery process while integrating their daily care and management for diabetes. Patients are coming from around the country for this specialized help,” said Dr. Joseph Crozier, Medical Director of The Emily Program’s North Carolina eating disorder treatment centers. “The Emily Program’s Diabetes and Eating Disorder Management Program leverages the expertise of nutrition, medical, therapy, and psychiatry staff to address the complexities of eating disorders that coexist with diabetes to provide an industry-leading synergy of care. Eating disorder recovery is possible. With this unique treatment approach, we can help reduce the risk of serious health complications and achieve tangible recovery results for patients with diabetes.”

A Collaboration of Care

The Emily Program’s Diabetes and Eating Disorder Management Program offers therapeutic interventions, nutrition counseling, medical management, skill building, and education for individuals and their community of support to facilitate recovery and health. Key components of the program include:

• Individualized Therapeutic Care: Individualized therapeutic care, such as advanced Cognitive Behavioral Therapy customized for eating disorder treatment, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Family -Based Therapy (FBT), deliver positive outcomes, including weight restoration and behavior cessation. FBT teaches families skills to support their loved one.
• Personalized Nutrition Plans: Registered dietitians create meal plans tailored to each client’s unique needs, carefully taking diabetes into account.
• Expert Culinary Team: Culinarians and Dietetic Technicians ensure accurate carbohydrate count and portioning.
• Therapeutic Meal Coaching: Expertly trained staff guide and support clients during therapeutic meal sessions.
• Expert Integrated Insulin Management: Experienced nutrition, medical, and nursing staff work together to ensure each client’s unique insulin and dietary needs are met.

To learn more about treatment or for an informal intake assessment, admission counselors are available seven days a week by phone at 1-888-272-0845 or via an online form. No program referral is necessary.

About The Emily Program

The Emily Program is nationally recognized for its compassionate and evidence-based approach to eating disorder treatment. With locations across the country and robust virtual care options, The Emily Program provides accessible, expert care that addresses the physical, emotional, and social aspects of recovery. For more information about The Emily Program’s services, visit www.emilyprogram.com or call 1-888-272-0845.