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McAllen, TX — Claudia Maldonado, PA-C, BC-ADM has recently passed a rigorous examination that qualifies her as Board Certified in Advanced Diabetes Management (BC-ADM) through the Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists (ADCES). This certification showcases Ms. Maldonado’s expertise in providing people with diabetes in the Rio Grande Valley access to high-quality diabetes care and management.
“Becoming certified in advanced diabetes management helps to ensure that the services Ms. Maldonado provides are and commensurate with her advanced training,” said Jodi Lavin-Tompkins, ADCES director of accreditation and content development. “The community should recognize this credential as a distinguishing factor when considering a medical professional to assist them with diabetes care to reach their health goals.”
The person holding the BC-ADM credential skillfully manages complex needs and assists people with diabetes in their therapeutic problem-solving. Health care professionals who hold the BC-ADM certification, based on their licensure can:
- Adjust medications;
- Treat and monitor acute and chronic complications and other comorbidities;
- Counsel people on lifestyle modifications;
- Address psychosocial issues; and
- Participate in research and mentoring.
Ms. Maldonado practices at RGV Endocrine Center. RGV Endocrine Center is a full-line Endocrinology practice specializing in the treatment of Diabetes, Thyroid Diseases, Obesity Management and a host of other Endocrine-Related Diseases.
