Insulin Therapy Management

Insulin is a hormone that moves glucose from your bloodstream into your cells for energy. When diabetes reduces your body's insulin supply or its effectiveness, supplemental insulin keeps your levels in a healthy range.

Your regimen may combine a long-acting (basal) insulin with mealtime (bolus) doses, and Dr. Golian fine-tunes it using your point-of-care glucose readings and quarterly HbA1c. Insulin is often paired with oral medications and a lifestyle modification plan for the best results.

Before your visit, bring a list of your current medications and any recent blood sugar logs or glucose-meter data you have. It also helps to note the timing of your meals and your typical daily schedule, since these shape your dosing.

Dr. Golian will review your recent HbA1c and discuss any concerns, including low-blood-sugar worries or injection hesitancy, so you feel confident before your first dose.

Insulin requires ongoing adjustment, especially in the early weeks. You'll check your blood sugar regularly at home and share readings so your doses can be refined safely.

Dr. Golian schedules close follow-ups, repeats your HbA1c over time, and watches for low blood sugar. If complications or specialized needs arise, she coordinates with endocrinology including Cedars-Sinai through specialist referral for seamless, connected care in Los Angeles.