Barbados fight Diabetes
The Maria Holder Diabetes Centre for the Caribbean
is a non-governmental organization dedicated to the
specialized & individualized care of persons at risk of
or living with diabetes.
Meet with our registered dietician Victoria Cox, A registered Dietitian, with a passion for using medical nutrition therapy to help clients reach their wellness goals, prevent and manage diabetes. Discover a healthy eating pattern that is right for you.
Early Detection is Key
Advanced age, Diabetes, Hypertension and A smoking history are some of the risk for Peripheral Artery Disease,
a marker of cardiovascular disease and lower limb complications.
Saving Lives
Regular eye screening, and good diabetes control can avoid the complications of diabetes related eye disease.
is our Mission
Regular and appropriate foot screening, care and good footcare education is the best option for preventing
issues with your feet.
Our Mission
To be a Centre of Excellence for diabetes surveillance and management in Barbados and the Caribbean by 2030.
Our goals include raising the standard of care for diabetes, increasing public awareness and education, pioneering new approaches to early detection, prevention, treatment, management and reversal.
Our Approach
Our Vision
To enhance diabetes education and promote self-management skills.
We empower individuals to play a more active role in diabetes prevention, management and remission, whilst assisting in the search for cures.
Services & Programs
Our Staff
Ms. Marsha White Hughes
General Manager
Dr. Diane Brathwaite
Clinical Director
Mr. Dwight Edghill
Head of Administration
Dr. Michelle Lashley
Chair of The Foundation
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