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Diabetes Mellitus Doctor - Dr. Scott Liu
Dr. Scott is proud to provide diabetes treatment at the GastroDoxs, Houston where he considers the personal needs of his patients by planning their meals on a personal basis, by using advanced therapy and minimal invasive treatment. His comprehensive approach of the treatment monitors the blood sugar level, kidney disorders and lifestyle with the aim to maximize the treatment and improve the long term outcome of the patients.
Dr. Scott Liu, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist with over six years of experience and a background in military medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, completed his Internal Medicine residency at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, and finished his Gastroenterology fellowship through the National Capital Consortium. Dr. Liu provides comprehensive care for a broad range of digestive conditions, including abdominal pain, acid reflux, liver disease, chronic diarrhea, and colon cancer screening. He is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology and is known for his disciplined, patient-focused approach and clear communication.
Common Causes and Risk Factors
History of diabetes or pre diabetes.
Overweight or obesity
Physical inactivity
Blood pressure or cholesterol.
Age over 45
Past history of gestational diabetes.
Signs and Symptoms
Feeling thirsty and with a dry mouth.
Urinating often
Without any explanation, loss or gain of weight.
Fatigue or weakness
Blurry vision
Delayed wound healing or infection.
Numbness or tingling of hands or feet.
How Dr. Scott Diagnoses This Condition?
Dr. Scott uses a step-by-step approach:
Medical History and Exam
He investigates your family and personal history, analyzes such symptoms as excessive thirst, frequent urination, unexplainable weight changes, as well as tests such risk factors as BMI, blood pressure, and lifestyle.
Blood Tests
We measure fasting plasma glucose and A1C of Hemoglobin to establish your average glycaemic level of blood in three months.
Glucose Tolerance Testing
To monitor the standard levels of your blood sugar two hours following the intake of a standard dose of glucose in the body, oral glucose tolerance test is carried out in case of borderline results.
Kidney and Urine Tests
Kidney tests are eGFR and serum creatinine.
The urine microalbumin screening identifies early renal injury in diabetic kidney.
Advanced Testing (if needed)
To differentiate between the type 1 and type 2 diabetes or to diagnose other rare type diabetes, the c-peptide and diabetes-specific autoantibody array is employed.
Treatment
Our Team offers a full range of care for diabetes mellitus.
1. Lifestyle and Diet Modifications
Proposed personalized nutrition guidelines as far as the equilibrium of carbohydrates, protein, and healthy fats is concerned.
Carb counting and food labelling training.
Some of the recommended foods include whole grains, vegetables and beans, as they are high-fiber foods.
Physical activity programmes- walking or light exercise at the Houston parks.
2. Medications
Metformin to help your body more effectively respond to insulin.
SGLT2/GLP-1 to lower blood sugar.
Insulin treatment under the circumstance of poor diet, exercise and oral medication.
3. Minimally Invasive or Advanced Procedures
Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty as a form of management of excess weight and control of glycemic levels.
Gastric reduction surgery performed as outpatient.
Constant support of our dietitians and diabetes educators.
Dr. Scott Liu, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist with over six years of experience and a background in military medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, completed his Internal Medicine residency at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, and finished his Gastroenterology fellowship through the National Capital Consortium. Dr. Liu provides comprehensive care for a broad range of digestive conditions, including abdominal pain, acid reflux, liver disease, chronic diarrhea, and colon cancer screening. He is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology and is known for his disciplined, patient-focused approach and clear communication.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the ICD-10 of type 2 diabetes?
The code ICD-10 that is used to record diabetes mellitus without specifying complications is E11.
How will I be able to tell that I am a diabetic?
The common symptoms include excessive thirst, excessive urination, fatigue, and the blurred vision. The diagnosis is established with the help of a simple blood test- the measurement of fasting glucose and A1C.
Can diabetes harm my kidneys?
Yes. The long-term increased sugar level in the blood may ruin the small blood vessels in the kidneys. Early urine and blood tests make possible knowing the issues with the kidneys in advance before they become severe.
What foods should I avoid?
Avoid fatty meat, processed snacks, sweet drinks and white bread. Instead, consume whole foods (vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins and healthy fats).
Does Dr. Scott offer weight-loss processes?
Yes. Dr. Scott uses endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (non-operating outpatient) to patients with diabetes type 2 and obesity to help them shed weight and manage blood sugar levels through decreasing the size of the stomach.
The questionnaire is the frequency of measuring my blood sugar.
This will differ according to your own treatment regimen. Many patients will self-test once or twice in a day until they reach a steady level. Dr. Scott will create the schedule as per your needs.
Can type 2 diabetes go away?
Some of them have to go to the normal blood sugar levels through significant weight loss and extended lifestyle changes. Remission also needs follow ups in order to maintain remission.
