TIPS for Diabetes

TIPS for Diabetes is a multi-disciplinary team service, specialising in intensive diabetes education – aiming to enhance the lifestyle of people living with diabetes. Dr Brigid Knight (Dietitian, credentialled diabetes educator) and MRs Janet Taylor (Registered nurse, credentialled diabetes educator) have over 35 years of combined experience working with clients with diabetes. Brigid and Janet were involved in bringing the Dose Adjustment for Normal Eating (DAFNE) program to Australia in 2005 and were DAFNE facilitators for many years. They are also Certified Pump Trainers and are therefore well equipped to offer comprehensive education in intensive insulin therapy, both in the setting of insulin pump therapy and multiple injection therapy. TIPS aims to provide an integrated approach to diabetes care, ensuring access to comprehensive diabetes education and dietetic support, in a partnership involving the client, their specialist endocrinologist, general practitioner and the TIPS team. TIPS is a private practice service. We welcome clients living with both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.