Your Annual Diabetes Review

The "Health MOT": Just like a car needs an MOT, your body needs an annual check-up to make sure everything is running smoothly. This review is the cornerstone of your diabetes care.
Why it Matters: Living with diabetes increases the risk of issues with your heart, eyes, and feet. This review helps us spot potential problems early, before they become serious.
A Partnership: This appointment is a two-way street. It is your chance to ask questions, discuss worries, and set health goals for the year ahead.

During your review, we perform several vital checks:

HbA1c Blood Test: This measures your average blood sugar levels over the last few months.
Blood Pressure: Keeping this controlled is important for heart health.
Foot Check: Diabetes can damage nerves and blood supply to the feet. We check them annually to prevent complications.
Kidney Function: We test your urine to make sure your kidneys are working well.

To make sure we have all the results ready for a meaningful discussion, your Annual Review happens in two stages:

Stage 1: The Data Collection (with a Healthcare Assistant)

What happens: Blood sample taken, blood pressure checked, height and weight measured, and a foot check performed.
Important: You must bring a urine sample to this appointment.

Stage 2: The Review (with a Diabetic Nurse)

What happens: A few days later, once your results are back, you will have a consultation to discuss them and create your care plan.
Action: You need to contact us to book this second appointment after your first visit.
Note: If your diabetes is not well controlled, we may invite you for reviews more frequently than once a year.

To understand more about what to expect at your annual review and why each check is important, please visit the Diabetes UK website.

Last reviewed: 23 December 2025
Next review due: 23 December 2028

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