At what BMI should Asian adults be screened for diabetes?

The American Diabetes Association recommends screening Asian American adults at a BMI of 23 or higher, lower than the standard threshold of 25, because diabetes risk rises at lower body weights in this population.

What A1c should I aim for?

Many adults target an A1c under 7%, but goals are individualized based on age, other conditions and hypoglycemia risk. Your Tejas Clinic provider will set a target with you.

Control your numbers, keep your culture

Diabetes Management

Comprehensive type 2 and prediabetes care — A1c monitoring, modern medications including GLP-1s and SGLT2 inhibitors, continuous glucose monitoring guidance, and culturally realistic nutrition plans for South Asian diets.

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What we offer

A1c & metabolic monitoring
Modern medication management
CGM guidance
Culturally tailored nutrition (rice, roti, dal)
Foot, eye & kidney screening coordination
Cardiovascular risk reduction

Conditions we treat

Type 2 diabetesPrediabetesInsulin resistanceDiabetic neuropathyGestational diabetes follow-up

What to expect

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Review of your A1c, glucose logs, kidney function and lipids
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Medication optimization for glucose, heart and kidney protection
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A nutrition plan built around the foods you actually eat
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Screening reminders for eyes, feet and kidneys
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Quarterly follow-up visits

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