RAY BARGER STORY
An Evolve Diabetes patient had insulin-dependent type diabetes for over 20 years. After he experienced the loss of his beloved wife 2 years ago, he let his diabetes control go. He did not cook or own a stove. He was alone and he did not know where to start to help himself. Kristin Loyd worked with the patient via telehealth because he lived in a rural town far from Wichita. She met with him half way to help him acquire and set up a CGM. He lowered his AIC to 6.1, lowered his insulin doses by half and keep his blood sugars in normal range 98% percent of the time. He got active and his depression got better. Now, he has rediscovered his vitality as he has rekindled his love for working on racing cars, operates a busy car wash and walks daily. Results: Helped depression, AIC from 7.5 to 6.2, Insulin doses 50% lower, building cars now.