A diabetologist in Independence, Dr. Kathleen Alm specializes in treating the various types of diabetes and complications relating to the disease.
Yes, Dr. Kathleen A. Alm is accepting new patients at this office.
19550 East 39th Street, Suite 245, Independence, MO 64057
Dr. Kathleen Alm graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine.
Dr. Alm has one office in Missouri where she specializes in Diabetology and Endocrinology.
Dr. Alm works with one doctor, Dr. William Andrews.
Specializing in the treatment of diabetes, Dr. Alm cares for patients suffering from all types and stages of the disease such as types I and II, or gestational diabetes. Diabetologists work closely with diabetic patients to formulate a personalized, comprehensive plan that includes a diabetes-friendly diet and exercise regimen, in addition to any prescription medications or treatment procedures that are deemed necessary.
Endocrinologists are trained to treat patients for a variety of hormonal diseases and disorders, such as diabetes. Dr. Alm can diagnose and create treatment plans for conditions like growth disorders, obesity, low testosterone, osteoporosis and various thyroid disorders, among others. Treatments provided by an endocrinologist may include medication management or hormone therapies.