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Announcments
Marshall diabetes education program earns continued recognition
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. -- The Education Recognition Program of the American Diabetes
Association has awarded continued recognition to the Marshall University
Diabetes Center.
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Anise NashThe association said the Recognition
Certificate reflects its conclusion that Marshall's staff is made up of
knowledgeable health professionals who can provide patients with
comprehensive information about diabetes management. The certificate
also assures that Marshall's educational standards meet the National
Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education Programs.
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Tracy Hawthorne Marshall's self-management teaching
is provided by two certified diabetes educators: program coordinator
Anise Nash, a registered nurse and certified pump therapist, and Tracy
Hawthorne, a registered and licensed dietitian. Nash is a graduate of
the Holzer School of Nursing and Ohio University. Hawthorne earned her
dietetics degree at Marshall.
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The American Diabetes Association requires that recognized diabetes education
programs meet the standards on an ongoing basis and provide documentation every
three years to support a high level of practice. Marshall's program was
originally recognized in 1992.
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