Mary & Dick Allen Diabetes Center
We believe every child and adult with diabetes deserves advanced, comprehensive and compassionate care.
The Mary & Dick Allen Diabetes Center provides a full range of services for both adults and children with diabetes. Our team includes endocrinologists, certified diabetes care & education specialists (CDCES), registered dietitians (RD), registered nurses (RN), a nurse research coordinator and a national board certified health & wellness coach. Clinical, educational and support services offered here at Hoag are designed to meet the needs of patients with diabetes and their families. Specialty programs include medical nutrition therapy, ADA accredited diabetes self-management education, The Mary & Lee Iacocca Program in Type 1 Diabetes, Herbert Program for Young Adults with Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes Support, Ueberroth Family Program for Women with Diabetes and Sweet Success Program for Pregnant Women.
What is your risk of developing type 2 diabetes?
Take our online health risk assessment to discover if you are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. After taking this assessment you’ll get more information on what your next steps should be.
Hoag Hospital is Nationally Recognized for Diabetes Care
U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals rankings are out, and Hoag is proud to be the highest-ranked Orange County hospital for Diabetes & Endocrinology and #33 in the Nation. This highly regarded recognition is made possible by Hoag’s team of endocrinologists, registered nurses, pharmacists, allied health professionals, registered dietitians, educators, and health and wellness coaches. Our diabetes experts serve on national committees and are involved in pioneering clinical trials, which make Hoag a respected diabetes prevention and treatment innovator.
Patient Stories
Gain hope and insight as you read the personal accounts from people who’ve been on a journey similar to yours. Perhaps you’ll have a story of your own that will one day inspire others.
Virtual Connections Leading the Way
Daniel Diaz, 30, said one blessing in disguise of the COVID-19 pandemic was that his Hoag Type 1 diabetes support…
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James Tillman couldn’t understand why his throat was so incredibly dry. Even after guzzling three 32-ounce bottles of water and…
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“It’s never too late to make a life change.”
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“I got some great information, some things I still use,” she says. “I heard from other people in the classes…
Read MoreSweet Success When It Comes to Managing Gestational Diabetes
“I attribute my healthy pregnancy, delivery and baby to the incredible team at Hoag. From the physicians and nurses, to…
Read MoreJoin a Support Group
Hoag hosts support groups for people with T1D, T2D and diabetes during pregnancy.
Innovations and Updates Happening at Hoag
See how Hoag is making progress in the diabetes field with the latest technology. Our resource center offers diabetes news, innovations, updates, and diet tips.
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Pharmaceuticals may not be the best medicine for patients. Some doctors are now changing the way they treat patients –…
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Some have a misconception that dining with diabetes means bland, boring and overly restrictive. It doesn't have to be so.…
Read MoreFDA Approves New Interoperable Insulin Dosing 'Controller'
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first interoperable insulin dosing “controller” software that connects enabled insulin…
Read MoreHoag First in OC to Offer Long-Term Implantable Continuous Glucose Monitoring System
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian has become the first hospital in Orange County to offer a new state-of-the art sensor technology…
Read MoreHow Technology Removes the Pain Point from Diabetes Management
There is a wealth of information about your health circulating in your blood. For people with diabetes, accessing that information…
Read MoreManaging Diabetes with Trick-or-Treating
Q: [All Ages] As a parent of a diabetic child, how do I manage trick-or-treating? A: Halloween can be a…
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If you eat a lot of sweetened yogurt in the pursuit of a healthy diet, you might want to check…
Read MoreVirtual Events and Cooking Classes
Register for cooking demonstrations and community education classes to learn and be empowered to thrive with diabetes. Cooking classes include healthy recipes designed by nutritionists to help you manage your diabetes.
Our Locations
Mary & Dick Allen Diabetes Center – Newport Beach
Hoag Health Center - Newport Beach
Contact: 949-764-8065
520 Superior Avenue, Suite 150, Newport Beach, CA, USA
Get DirectionsMary & Dick Allen Diabetes Center – Irvine (Woodbridge)
Hoag Health Center - Irvine (Woodbridge)
Contact: 949-764-8065
4870 Barranca Parkway, Suite 110, Irvine, CA, USA
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Everyone needs help at different times in life, so don’t hesitate to reach out to your care team at Hoag. We’ll help find fast answers to your questions before, during, and after your treatment.