Diabetes Self-Management Programme

IslingtonHaringey

The Diabetes Self-Management Programme (DSMP) offers structured seven-week courses to supports adults with type 2 diabetes, and their carers, to build the knowledge, skills and confidence to effectively self-manage their condition.


Coding patient attendance

It is important that GP practices have processes in place to ensure coding of patient structured-education attendance. The following codes should be used to detail attendance:

  • attended: 9OLF
  • did not attend: 9NiA
  • no response/declined: 9OLM

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusions

  • adults aged 18+
  • registered with a Haringey or Islington GP or living in Haringey or Islington
  • diagnosed with type 2 diabetes for a minimum of three months or longer
  • a carer of someone with type 2 diabetes
  • English or Turkish speaking.

How to Refer

Online referral form

Referrals can be made by filling in the online referral form.

EMIS form

Referral methods: Email

Complete the Expert Patient Programme (EPP) & Diabetes Type 2 Self-Management Programme (DSMP) Referral Form and send to whh-tr.self-management@nhs.net

Where to find the form

  • Camden: Camden Global Documents > Diabetes
  • Haringey: HAR Global Documents > Diabetes
  • Islington: ISL Global Documents > Diabetes

Self-referral

Patients can self-refer by telephone, email, or via the online form.


News View All



Review date: Saturday, 26 June 2027