Diabetes Doctor in Upland & Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Diabetes care

We help you manage diabetes over the long term — checking your A1C, reviewing your medications, watching your kidneys, eyes, and feet, and adjusting the plan as your life changes. Most patients are seen every three to six months once things are steady.

Medically reviewed byMaher Danhash, MD· Last reviewed August 24, 2026

Come in if you have

You were recently told your blood sugar or A1C is high

You have diabetes and have not had a check-up in six months or more

You are thirsty a lot, tired, urinating often, or your vision is blurry

Your medication is not working the way it used to

You are running out of a prescription and need a refill and a review

What happens at your visit

We talk through how you have actually been feeling — not just your numbers.

We check your A1C, blood pressure, weight, and review your current medications.

We look at the things diabetes quietly affects — kidneys, cholesterol, eyes, and feet.

You leave with a written plan, and you know exactly when to come back.

Managing diabetes is mostly about consistency

Diabetes is not something you fix once. It is something you keep an eye on. The patients who do best are usually not the ones with perfect numbers — they are the ones who come in regularly, understand what their medication is doing, and know who to call when something changes.

That is the part we try to get right. You will not be rushed through a seven-minute visit and handed a refill.

What we watch, and why

Diabetes affects more than blood sugar, and most of what it affects does not hurt until it is advanced. So alongside your A1C we keep track of:

Blood pressure and cholesterol — because they compound cardiovascular risk
Kidney function — a simple blood and urine test, checked regularly
Your feet — small injuries can become serious when circulation and sensation are reduced
Eye screening — we will refer you for a dilated eye exam and make sure it actually happens

If you are newly diagnosed

Being told you have diabetes is a lot to absorb, and most people leave that first appointment with more questions than answers. Come in and ask them. We would rather spend a longer first visit making sure you understand what is happening than have you go home and read something frightening on the internet.

We will cover what your numbers mean, what your medication does, what to eat in practical terms, and what would count as an emergency.

Prescriptions and refills

If you are stable on a medication, we can handle refills — but we will want to see you on a reasonable schedule rather than refilling indefinitely without a review. That is not a formality: doses often need adjusting as weight, activity, and other conditions change.

Common questions

How often should I be seen for diabetes?

Most people come in every three to six months once their diabetes is stable. If we are starting a new medication or your numbers have moved, we will want to see you sooner — usually within a few weeks.

Do I need to fast before my appointment?

Not always. An A1C test does not require fasting. If we plan to check your cholesterol or a fasting glucose at the same visit, we will tell you when you book so you are not caught out.

Do you accept Medi-Cal or IEHP for diabetes care?

Yes. We accept Medi-Cal, IEHP, Medicare, Anthem, Blue Shield, Health Net, Cigna and Aetna. If you are not sure about your plan, call the office and we will check it for you before your visit.

Can I be seen if I do not have insurance?

Yes. Call us and we will explain the self-pay cost up front, before you commit to anything.

This page explains how we care for this condition at our office. It is general information, not medical advice for your specific situation — please talk to us about your own care.