Diabetes Learning Center

Empowering You to Live Well with Diabetes

A diabetes diagnosis doesn’t mean hitting pause—it’s just a new chapter. At Stormont Vail Health, our certified diabetes educators provide the tools and support you need to manage your health confidently.

Our team of specialist dietitians and nurses offers personalized education and guidance on nutrition, diabetes self-management, gestational diabetes, insulin pump therapy, and more.

Whether you join a group class or work one-on-one with an educator, our goal is to help you take control of your diabetes as an extension of the care you receive from your provider.

About the Diabetes Learning Center (DLC)

The DLC is an American Diabetes Association certified diabetes self-management education program in Topeka, Manhattan, and Junction City. This program offers high-quality education services to the patients it serves.

What We Offer

The DLC provides resources and education on:

  • Understanding and managing diabetes
  • Reducing diabetes risk
  • Preventing complications
  • Medications and monitoring
  • Insulin pumps and sensors
  • Nutrition and meal planning
  • Physical activity and fitness

Diabetes Education Classes and Appointments

The program starts with a series of three classes to provide a comprehensive overview of diabetes management. Topics include glucose testing, medication, nutrition, and more. Classes are taught by registered nurses and dietitians who are certified diabetes educators, ensuring you receive expert guidance and support.

Some patients may prefer or need one-on-one appointments with a nurse educator or dietitian—either in addition to or instead of the group classes. One-on-one appointments are offered to meet each patient’s needs.

Learn more about Diabetes Education Classes

Diabetes Education Flyer

Meet Our Diabetes Education Team

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Mary Alice Scheer RD, LD, CDCES

Registered Dietitian
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Marcy Newcomer RD, LD, CDCES

Registered Dietitian
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Barbara Highfill MS, RD, LD, CDCES

Registered Dietitian
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Jodi Stegman-Mullins BSN, RN, CDCES

Registered Nurse
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Kyrstie Lindhorst RD, LD

Supervisor, Quality Coordinator
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Cheryl Snyder BSN, RN, CDCES

Registered Nurse
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Trisha Garrett BSN, RN, CDCES

Registered Nurse

Ready to Get Started?

If you're ready, please get in touch with your provider for a referral or call (785) 368-0416 to learn more.

Our Diabetes Locations

Stormont Vail Health Manhattan Campus

1325 Research Park Drive
Manhattan, KS, 66502
(785) 537-2651
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Stormont Vail Health Flint Hills Campus

1102 St. Marys Road
Junction City, KS, 66441
(785) 762-2585
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Cotton O’Neil Diabetes and Endocrinology Center

3520 SW 6th Avenue
Topeka, KS, 66606
(785) 368-0445
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