Type 2 Diabetes Care
& Prevention
Type 2 Diabetes Education Program

about me
Welcome to Dr. James R. LaSalle’s Diabetes Educational Hub, a platform dedicated to providing reliable, science-based information about the processes that leads to type 2 diabetes. It is for patients, caregivers and families.
Our Mission
Our mission is simple :
To empower individuals living with pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes by offering.
In today’s fast-paced healthcare environment, patients often have limited time with their providers. I aim to bridge that gap by offering educational resources that can be accessed anytime, anywhere, to enhance your understanding of this complex disease.
Patient resources
Preventing Diabetes
Complication
Type 2 diabetes is a cardiovascular disease putting patients at risk for heart attacks, stroke and death. Preventing complications will require proactive management of weight, blood pressure. Cholesterol and glucose. A healthy lifestyle is important for maintaining health but it is insufficient in the prevention of diabetes related complications. Regular checkups with your healthcare provider are mandatory. Equally important is that each patient with diabetes become their own advocate. It is not good enough to live with this disease without knowing all about the disease


Managing Type
2 Diabetes
Managing type 2 diabetes requires a comprehensive patient- centered approach that addresses multiple aspects of your health. It is important that you recognize that much of the day to day problems associated with this disease are caused by maladaptive compensatory mechanisms initiated by your brain to solve short- term problems. The continuation of these patch-work strategies result in ilure to maintain normal weight, blood pressure, cholesterol and normal glucose levels. Medications that include metformin, SGLT-2 inhibitors and GLP-1 receptor agonists are essential in diminishing or preventing cardiovascular complications associated with diabetes.
Nutrition &
Exercise
A healthy diet and daily exercise are essential for healthy muscles and bones. Further, cating a balanced diet rich in fiber, lean proteins, healthy fats and complex carbohydrates are goals that make sense for everyone. All treatment IL treatment protocols for type 2 diabetes stress the importance of lifestyle management in this disease state. It must be stressed that controlling diet and getting proper exercise is highly variable and is fraught with a high degree of failure. Treatment strategies are now in place that ensure a higher level of success combining the correct choice of medications and lifestyle management techniques,

Our Approach to Health
Outcomes
At Dr. James R. LaSalle’s Diabetes Education Hub, I believe that achieving better health outcomes for individuals with type 2 diabetes requires a holistic, patient-centered approach that goes beyond medication alone. Our philosophy focuses on empowering patients with knowledge, fostering self-advocacy, and supporting lifestyle changes that lead to long-term success.
1. Empower Through Education
Advanced Topics in Type 2 Diabetes Management
Managing type 2 diabetes goes beyond basic blood sugar control. As research evolves, so do the strategies and innovations that improve patient outcomes. This section dives into advanced topics that explore cutting-edge treatments, emerging technologies, and complex aspects of diabetes management.
faq’s
Dr. James R. LaSalle is a Board-Certified Osteopathic Family Physician with over 40 years of clinical experience, specializing in the management and treatment of type 2 diabetes. He has also been a professor, author, and clinical researcher, contributing significantly to advancements in diabetes care.
No, Dr. LaSalle is retired and not accepting new patients or referrals. This website and his podcasts are dedicated to providing free educational information to patients and their families.
No, Dr. LaSalle does not promote or sell any vitamins, supplements, or products. His focus is solely on providing science-based medical information.
The content focuses on:
- Understanding Type 2 Diabetes
- Managing Pre-Diabetes
- Lifestyle Modifications (diet, exercise, and weight management)
- Medication Management
- Complications of Diabetes and how to prevent them
- Advancements in Diabetes Treatment
While Dr. LaSalle provides general medical information, he cannot offer personal medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider for specific medical concerns.
