Diabetes, Hypertension & Cholesterol Care

What does chronic condition management include?

• Initial evaluation with history, blood pressure, weight and body mass index
• Lab work: glucose, hemoglobin A1c, lipid panel, kidney and liver function
• Diagnosis and classification of type 2 diabetes, hypertension and dyslipidemia
• Starting or adjusting medications based on results
• Nutrition and physical activity plan explained in Spanish
• Follow-up visits to review progress

What are the control targets?

• Diabetes: hemoglobin A1c below 7% for most adults, and fasting glucose between 80 and 130 mg/dL
• Blood pressure: below 130/80 mmHg
• LDL cholesterol: below 100 mg/dL, or 70 if you already had a heart problem
• Triglycerides: below 150 mg/dL

Your doctor adjusts these targets based on your age and other conditions.

How often should I follow up?

1. 1When starting or changing a medication, the review is done in 4 to 6 weeks.
2. 2Once the condition is controlled, visits repeat every 3 to 6 months.
3. 3Hemoglobin A1c is measured every 3 months until the target is reached, then every 6 months.
4. 4Lipid panel and kidney function are checked at least once a year.
5. 5With diabetes, a foot check at each visit and an eye exam once a year are recommended.

What should I bring to the visit?

• Medication list with doses, or the bottles
• Home glucose or blood pressure log if you measure them
• Previous lab results
• 8 to 12 hours of fasting if glucose and cholesterol will be drawn

What are the warning signs?

Glucose above 300 mg/dL or below 70 with shaking and sweating, blood pressure of 180/120 or higher, chest pain, shortness of breath, sudden blurred vision or foot wounds that do not heal need same-day care.

Is there a general checkup package?

Yes. The clinic offers a complete general checkup and a general blood test with vitamins at a fixed price, listed on the promotions page. The blog also has a diabetes management guide for patients.

How does payment work?

You don't need health insurance. Pricing is self-pay, cash and cards are accepted, and you can ask for the cost of the service by phone or WhatsApp before your visit.

Where is the clinic and which areas does it serve?

Clínica Hispana Familiar 529 is at 15003 FM 529 B, Houston, TX 77095, in northwest Houston. Hours are Monday through Saturday from 9 AM to 9 PM and Sunday from 9 AM to 5 PM, walk-ins welcome. It serves patients from Copperfield, Bear Creek, Cypress, Jersey Village, Katy and nearby communities.