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in the Bridgton Hospital clinics include Oncology, Occupational
Health, Podiatry, Neurology, Pulmonology, and Diabetes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a clinic?
A clinic is a convenient place for a patient to receive special
services that may not otherwise be offered locally. A physician
practicing at CMMC travels to Bridgton for the convenience
of the patient.
Can I call to make an appointment?
You must be referred by your family physician who will help
to determine if you need to see a specialty physician.
Why was I referred to a clinic?
Your physician has identified a special need that can be best
addressed through a Specialty Clinic.
Do I need to register when I arrive?
Yes, if you have never been in our hospital system. No, if
you have been registered within the last 30 days, we will
have your papers ready.
Do I need any specific papers?
Yes, please bring your insurance information with you.
If I have questions relating to the Clinic, is there someone
I can call?
Yes; call 647-6120, 8:30AM to 4:30PM. We are closed weekends
and holidays.
Will the Specialty Clinic doctor be my doctor after the
visit?
Your specialty physician will focus on the diagnosis that
pertains to their specialty.
How long will I be at the Clinic?
The time varies depending on the treatment required. If the
doctor orders a test you could be there for an hour or longer.
Sometimes it makes more sense for us to schedule another appointment
to complete the tests.
About Your Bill
Please be aware that you may receive separate bills from
one or more service providers depending on the services you
receive during your Clinic visit. If you have any questions
about your bill, please call the number on the bill you receive.
Specialty Clinics and Specialty Service Providers
Podiatry Clinic - Shannon Meredith, D.P.M. & Michele Kurlanski,
D.P.M.
1-800-792-9707 for appointment. Monday and Thursday Only.
Diabetes Clinic - Elaine Drew, R.N., Certified Diabetes Educator
207-647-6060
Neurology Clinic – Dr. Belden
207-883-1414 for appointment. Friday every other month.
Oncology Clinic - Hans L. Boedeker, M.D.
207-647-6120
Orthopedic Clinic – Dennis J. Sullivan, M.D., P.A., Orthopedic
Surgery & Sports Medicine
207-774-4523 for appointment. Tuesday only.
Diabetes Clinic at Bridgton Hospital
Living with diabetes is not easy, but the good news is that
it can be managed. Elaine Drew, RN, Certified Diabetes Educator,
offers a five week educational series, four times each year,
on diabetes, providing information, motivation and support
to help you better control your diabetes.
The educational program is based on guidelines set by the
Diabetes Control Project of Maine.
The program consists of a series of classes covering such
topics as:
- overview of diabetes
- nutritional management
- risk factors
- hypoglycemia/hyperglycemia
- exercise
- blood glucose monitoring
- managing sick days
- preventing complications
- stress management
- psychological adjustments
Who May Participate?
Anyone with diabetes is eligible for this program. We encourage
a family member or significant other to attend at no additional
cost.
How Does The Program Work?
- An initial hour meeting with Mrs. Drew to assess your
knowledge, your lifestyle and skills, and set goals regarding
your diabetes education.
- An initial meeting with a Registered Dietitian to develop
an individualized meal plan.
- Ten hours of classroom participation and instruction by
staff and guest speakers from the Bridgton Hospital medical
and professional community.
- A one-month follow-up to review materials, finalized goals
and answer questions.
- A three, six, nine and twelve month follow-up to review
and revise goals initially set.
How To Sign Up
You must have a physician referral for this diabetes program.
You may call your physician and ask him or her to sign you
up for the program or you may call Elaine Drew, RN, directly
at 207-647- 6060. The classes are offered four times a year.
Class size is limited. All classes are held at Bridgton Hospital.
Payment
Many insurance carriers cover some or all of the cost of
the program. Please contact your provider for benefit coverage.
If you should need financial assistance, please contact the
billing office at BH to arrange payment:
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