Expert Care. Real sustainable Results. Personalized for You.

Whether you are:

  • Struggling to achieve or maintain a healthy weight

  • Have type 2 diabetes and trying to get off of insulin or optimize your medication regimen

  • Want to revolutionize your type 1 diabetes with the latest technology or insulin regimen

  • Are focused on maintaining strength, independence, and long-term health at any age

Our professional care team includes physicians, certified diabetes care and education specialists (CDCES), dietitian, and clinical staff who work together to support you every step of the way. Our physician led team offers care pathways that meet you where you are and evolve as your health needs change.

Each pathway combines :

  • Advanced medical expertise

  • Evidence-based treatment with persoanalized guidance

  • Modern technology and treatment options

  • Practical, real-life strategies and action plans to support sustainable health improvements

We focus on

1. Reducing medication burden when appropriate

2.Improving confidence and self-management

3. Protecting muscle, strength, and independence

4. Long-term results — not short-term fixes

Our Medical Care Pathways and action plans

Medical Weight Management

Expert-guided weight care that integrates nutrition, habits, and medications when clinically appropriate.

Focus areas:

  • Appetite and craving regulation

  • Muscle preservation and metabolic health

  • Sustainable, real-world eating strategies

  • Support with or without GLP-1 medications

  • Long-term weight stability—not quick fixes

Type 2 Diabetes Improvement Reversal and remission (When Appropriate)

For patients with Type 2 diabetes

Focus areas:

  • Lowering A1C and reducing glucose variability

  • Reducing insulin and medication burden when safe

  • Thoughtful medication optimization

  • Food-as-medicine strategies

  • Sustainable habit and lifestyle change

    Thriving With Insulin-Dependent Diabetes

Personalized guidance for individuals living with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes who require insulin

Focus areas:

  • CGM and pump optimization

  • Carb confidence and flexibility

  • Fewer highs and lows

  • Clear safety and sick-day plans

  • Hypoglycemia prevention

  • Safer insulin dosing, titration and pattern recognition

Healthy Aging & Longevity

Prevention-focused medical guidance for adults committed to maintaining independence and vitality.

Focus areas:

  • Strength, balance, and muscle preservation

  • Blood pressure, cholesterol, and glucose optimization

  • Mobility and fall prevention

  • Sleep, stress, and recovery support

  • Long-term cardiovascular and cognitive health

    This pathway emphasizes prevention, function, and quality of life—now and in the years ahead.

    Flexible Care That Evolves With You

    Many patients move between care pathways as goals, medications, or life circumstances change.
    Your care plan is designed to adapt—not lock you in.

This is more than Care as usual— it is a path toward empowerment, independence, and sustained health.

Start with a Personalized Medical Roadmap

Every patient begins with:

  • A Comprehensive Medical Visit, followed by

  • A Care Management & Planning Visit

Together, we will:

  • Clarify your health goals and barriers

  • Review key health metrics

  • Select the most appropriate care pathway

  • Build a clear 90-day action plan

  • Schedule meaningful next steps

Medical Weight Loss (GLP-1 Friendly)

Physician-led weight loss care using nutrition, habits, and medications when appropriate.

Focus areas:

  • Appetite and craving control

  • Muscle preservation

  • Sustainable eating strategies

  • Support with or without GLP-1 medications

Type 2 Diabetes Improvement /Diabetes Reversal and remission (When Appropriate)

For patients with Type 2 diabetes

Focus areas:

  • Lower A1C and glucose variability

  • Reduce insulin requirement

  • Medication optimization when safe

  • Food-as-medicine and habit change

Thrive with Insulin dependent Diabetes

For people living with Type 1 diabetes.

Focus areas:

  • CGM and pump optimization

  • Carb confidence and flexibility

  • Fewer highs and lows

  • Clear safety and sick-day plans

  • Hypoglycemia prevention

  • Safer insulin dosing, titration and pattern recognition

Healthy Aging & Longevity

For adults focused on prevention and maintaining independence.

Focus areas:

  • Strength and muscle preservation

  • Blood pressure, cholesterol, and glucose optimization

  • Mobility and fall prevention

  • Sleep, stress, and recovery

  • Long-term cardiovascular and dementia risk reduction

  • Prevention-focused care designed to support quality of life and independence over time.

    Important: You Can Move Between Tracks

    Many patients shift pathways as goals, medications, or life circumstances change.

This is more than Care as usual— it is a path toward empowerment, independence, and sustained health.

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Getting started is simple:

  1. Schedule a Comprehensive Medical Visit
    This visit establishes your medical baseline and clarifies your goals.

  2. Return for a Care Management & Planning Visit
    Together, we select the most appropriate care pathway and build a clear initial care plan, typically over the first 90 days, with adjustments as your needs and goals evolve.

  3. Begin expert-guided care
    With ongoing medical support, monitoring, and adjustments as your needs evolve.

📞 Call 313-885-2334 to schedule your first visit and take the next step toward lasting health.

Expert Medical Weight Loss, Diabetes Treatment & Healthy Aging Care in Metro Detroit

Physician-led. Personalized. Results-focused.

At Diabetes Detroit, we help adults take control of their health through medical weight loss, advanced diabetes care, and healthy aging strategies. Our expert team is here for you.

Call (313) 885-2334 for an Appointment Today

“After years of trying, I finally learned to how to control my type 2 diabetes with Diabetes Detroit. My A1C dropped from 9.2 to 6.8, and I’m off of insulin.”
— Herve N, Grosse Pointe, MI

Why Choose Diabetes Detroit?

We empower patients to maximize their health potential , achieve and maintain their personal goals and increase their healthspan with personalized protocols that promote healthy aging.


Physician-Led Metabolic Health Pathways

Weight Management • Diabetes Prevention and Treatment • Long-Term Health and Healthy Aging

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What Makes These Pathways Different

Care is physician-directed, personalized, and grounded in real-world sustainability—not quick fixes or one-size-fits-all plans.

Our approach emphasizes:

  • Medical oversight and thoughtful medication use

  • Nutrition and lifestyle strategies that are developed specifically for you

  • Data-guided decisions using labs, CGM, and clinical trends

  • Ongoing adjustments as your health and goals evolve

How Care Works

Step 1: Establish Your Baseline

Care begins with a Comprehensive Medical Visit to understand your health history, medications, labs, and metabolic risks.

Step 2: Build Your Initial Care Roadmap

A follow-up Care Management & Planning Visit focuses on:

  • Clarifying goals and barriers

  • Reviewing key metrics (weight, glucose patterns, labs)

  • Selecting the most appropriate care pathway

  • Creating an initial action plan, often over the first 90 days

Step 3: Guided Implementation & Adjustment

Care continues with:

  • Regular check-ins and follow up with a combination of knowledge sessions and individualized interventions

  • Medication and nutrition adjustments when appropriate

  • Support through life changes, plateaus, or transitions

Medication Use: Thoughtful, Not Automatic

Medications—including GLP-1s and insulin—are used only when appropriate and always as part of a broader strategy.

Our focus is on:

  • Safety and long-term benefit and sustainability

  • Minimizing medication burden when possible

  • Preserving muscle, metabolism, and function

  • Avoiding “medication-only” approaches

Flexible Care That Adapts Over Time

Health is not static—and your care plan shouldn’t be either.

Patients may:

  • Shift focus as goals change

  • Transition between weight, diabetes, or prevention pathways

  • Adjust intensity based on life circumstances

This flexibility is intentional and built into the care model.

Who This Care Is For

These pathways are designed for adults who:

  • Want physician guidance—not generic plans

  • Are managing weight, diabetes, or metabolic risk

  • Value prevention, function, and independence

  • Prefer thoughtful, individualized care over quick fixes

Getting Started

Begin with a Comprehensive Medical Visit, followed by a Care Management & Planning Visit to create your personalized care roadmap.

Call 313-885-2334 to schedule an appointment and take the first step.

“Thanks to the team at Diabetes Detroit, I have learned how to use my CGM and adjust my eating. I feel more in control of my blood sugar than ever before.”
— JoAnn N, Southfield, MI
  • Frequently Asked Questions

    General Care Questions

    What kind of care do you provide?

    We provide physician-led, personalized medical care focused on weight management, diabetes prevention and improvement, insulin safety, and healthy aging.

    Care is built around expert medical evidence based guidance and individualized action plans, which may include:

    • Medical visits

    • Care management and education

    • Nutrition and lifestyle guidance

    • Technology support (CGMs, glucose data review)

    • Medications when medically appropriate

    This is medical care, not a commercial diet plan or coaching-only service.

    Do I need to choose a pathway before my first visit?

    No.

    All patients begin with:

    1. A medical visit

    2. A care management visit

    During these visits, we review your goals, health history, labs, and current medications. Your provider will help guide you toward the care pathway that best fits your needs.
    You can move between pathways over time as your health goals or medical needs change.

    Is this care only for people with diabetes?

    No.

    We care for adults with or without diabetes, including those seeking:

    • Weight loss

    • Diabetes prevention

    • Safer insulin use

    • Improved glucose control

    • Healthy aging and long-term independence

    Is this safe if I’m taking medications?

    Yes.

    Medication safety is a core focus, especially for insulin and GLP-1–based medications. All medication decisions are made during individual medical visits and adjusted carefully based on your health data. We work to optimize your medication regimen and minimize medication requirement when possible

    What are skillset sessions, and how do they fit into my care?

    Skillset sessions are educational visits designed to share essential background information, skills, and practical tools related to nutrition, medications, glucose patterns, and lifestyle strategies.

    By covering this foundational material in a small group setting, your individual medical visits can focus more deeply on your personal goals, data, and treatment decisions.
    Medication changes and individualized recommendations are always handled one-on-one with your provider.

    Are visits in person or virtual?

    Both.

    Some visits may be in person or by video, depending on your clinical needs and the type of visit.

    Care Pathways

    Medical Weight Loss & Diabetes Prevention

    Who is this care pathway for?

    Adults who:

    • Have overweight or obesity

    • Have insulin resistance or prediabetes

    • Want sustainable weight loss

    • Want to reduce their risk of Type 2 diabetes

    Will weight-loss medications be prescribed?

    Medications — including GLP-1 medications — may be used when appropriate, but they are never the only strategy. Our focus is always on sustainable care not short term gains.

    Care always includes:

    • Nutrition guidance

    • Habit and lifestyle support

    • Muscle preservation

    • Long-term planning for safety and sustainability

    Do you provide guidance for GLP-1 medications?

    Yes, when medically appropriate. We provide expert guidance on:

    • Starting GLP-1 medications

    • Managing side effects

    • Dose adjustments of medications

    • Safely stopping medications when appropriate

    • Help to determine insurance coverage

    Is this focused on rapid weight loss?

    No.

    Our focus is safe, sustainable weight loss that supports long-term health — not crash dieting or short-term results.

    Type 2 Diabetes Improvement (When Appropriate)

    What does “improvement” or “reversal” mean?

    For some patients, Type 2 diabetes can improve significantly with:

    • Weight loss

    • Improved insulin sensitivity

    • Medication optimization

    This is highly individualized and depends on many factors. We focus on measurable improvement and risk reduction, not guarantees.

    Will my diabetes medications be adjusted?

    Possibly.

    Medication adjustments are made only during individual medical visits, based on:

    • Lab results

    • Glucose data

    • Safety considerations

    Medication changes are never made during group sessions.

    Can weight loss help my diabetes?

    For many patients, yes.

    Weight loss can improve:

    • Blood sugar control

    • Insulin resistance

    • Blood pressure

    • Cholesterol

    Insulin-Focused Care

    Who is this pathway best suited for?

    Patients who:

    • Use insulin (Type 1 or Type 2)

    • Experience frequent low blood sugars

    • Feel unsure about insulin action  and adjusting their insulin dose

    • Use or are interested in CGMs or insulin pumps

    • Patients with Type 2 diabetes who wish to decrease their insulin requirement

    • Need to learn about hypoglycemia and glucagon

    Will you help adjust my insulin doses?

    Yes — in individual medical visits.

    Education and pattern recognition may occur in group settings, but insulin dose changes are always handled one-on-one for safety.

    Can I lose weight while using insulin?

    Yes, but it must be done carefully.

    This pathway emphasizes:

    • Reducing low blood sugars

    • Safe nutrition strategies

    • Building confidence with insulin use

    Thrive with Insulin dependent Diabetes

    Is this only for people using insulin pumps?

    No.

    This care pathway supports people with Type 1 diabetes using:

    • Injections

    • Pumps

    • Hybrid or automated systems

    What is the focus of care?

    • Fewer highs and lows

    • Improved time-in-range

    • Confidence with food and activity and adjusting insulin

    • Technology support (CGMs and pumps)

    • Clear safety plans

    Will you review my CGM or pump data?

    Yes.

    Data review and pattern recognition are key components of care when applicable.

    Healthy Aging & Longevity

    Who is this care pathway for?

    Adults who want to:

    • Maintain independence

    • Protect strength and muscle

    • Reduce fall risk

    • Optimize blood pressure, cholesterol, and glucose

    • Focus on long-term healthspan

    Is weight loss required?

    No.

    Weight management may be part of care, but the primary focus is function, strength, and prevention, not the number on the scale.

    Is this only for older adults?

    No.

    Many patients in their 40s–60s choose this pathway to prevent future problems and maintain quality of life.

    Insurance & Practical Questions

    Will my insurance cover this care?

    Insurance coverage varies by plan and by visit type.

    • Medical visits are often covered under standard insurance benefits.

    • Some services, such as extended care management, knowledge sessions, or technology-supported care, may not be fully covered.

    Please check your insurance benefits:

    • Understand what your insurance is likely to cover

    • Review any out-of-pocket costs in advance whenever possible

    Do you coordinate with my primary care provider?

    This program is designed to work alongside your existing medical care.

    We focus on personalized strategies to support your long-term health goals. Your primary care provider remains your main point of contact for routine medical care, preventive services, and other health concerns.

    We encourage ongoing communication with your primary provider to ensure your care is safe, coordinated, and complete.

    What if I have urgent or emergency symptoms?

    This care is not for emergencies.

    If you experience severe symptoms such as chest pain, fainting, severe low blood sugar, or persistent vomiting, seek emergency care immediately.

    How Do I Get Started?

    1. Schedule a medical visit

    2. Schedule a care management visit

    3. Review goals, barriers, labs, and health data

    4. Identify the most appropriate care pathway

    5. Build a clear 90-day action plan

    6. Schedule next steps

  • Why Body Composition Matters

    • Not all weight loss is healthy. We monitor your body composition adn focus on reducing excess body fat while preserving muscle — because fat loss, not muscle loss, is what improves blood sugar control, metabolism, and long-term health.

    • Excess body fat drives disease. Too much fat increases insulin resistance and chronic inflammation, raising the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and mobility decline.

    • Muscle protects your health and independence. Healthy muscle mass helps regulate blood sugar, supports balance and strength, and is essential for maintaining mobility and independence as you age.

    • We measure what matters. Using advanced body composition technology, we track fat loss and muscle preservation — so your progress is accurate, meaningful, and not just a number on the scale.

    • This is transformation, not just weight loss. Our goal is lasting metabolic health, improved function, and a body that supports strength, longevity, and quality of life.

  • Gain the knowledge to take control of your health. Understand the why behind weight gain and diabetes—and learn the how to reverse it.
    Feel empowered to make lasting lifestyle changes with the confidence and clarity to maintain results and prevent diabetes for life.

  • Learn how to use food as medicine and make powerful, sustainable lifestyle changes that go beyond quick fixes. Our approach helps you lower blood sugar, improve energy, and reduce your need for medications—naturally.

    This is your path to lasting health, built on practical habits you can maintain for life.

Your Health Is an Investment — Make It Count.

Prevent or control diabetes. Achieve sustainable weight loss. Protect your longevity and independence.


Our physician-guided approach helps you build habits that support long-term health and vitality.
Start building your healthiest future today.

Schedule an appointment call (313) 885-2334


Your first few appointments are in person so that we can individualize your treatment plan. For many follow up visits, video visits are an option. We can connect you to our office and remotely download your glucose sensor and insulin pump,

We accept most insurances.