South Louisiana Medical Associates offers patients access to implantable continuous glucose monitoring technology designed to help adults with diabetes better manage their blood sugar levels.
HOUMA, La. — Managing diabetes requires regular attention to blood glucose levels, but advances in medical technology are giving patients more ways to monitor their health.
South Louisiana Medical Associates (SLMA) offers the Eversense 365 Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) System, an implantable device designed to provide glucose readings for up to one year.
Unlike traditional CGM sensors that require frequent replacement, Eversense 365 uses a small sensor placed beneath the skin of the upper arm by a trained health care professional.
The system tracks glucose levels throughout the day and night, giving patients and their care teams information that can support diabetes management.
What Is Eversense 365?
Eversense 365 is an FDA-cleared continuous glucose monitoring system for adults ages 18 and older with diabetes.
The system includes three components:
- Implantable sensor: A small sensor placed beneath the skin of the upper arm that can remain in place for up to 365 days.
- Removable smart transmitter: A rechargeable device worn over the sensor that communicates glucose information and provides on-body vibration alerts.
- Mobile application: A smartphone app that displays glucose readings, trends and alerts.
The system measures glucose approximately every five minutes, helping patients recognize patterns and changes throughout the day.
What Makes Eversense 365 Different?
One of the primary benefits is the length of time the implanted sensor can remain in place.
Many traditional CGM systems require patients to replace wearable sensors every several days or weeks. The Eversense 365 sensor can remain beneath the skin for up to one year.
Additional features include:
- Long-term monitoring: Glucose readings for up to 365 days with one implanted sensor.
- Removable transmitter: The external transmitter can be temporarily removed and reattached.
- Glucose alerts: On-body vibration alerts for high and low glucose levels.
- Trend information: Data that helps patients and providers recognize changes in glucose levels.
- Reduced calibration requirements: Following the initial calibration period, the system generally requires one fingerstick calibration each week.
Patients must follow the manufacturer's instructions for transmitter use, charging, adhesive replacement and calibration.
Understanding Blood Glucose and Diabetes Management
Blood glucose monitoring is an important part of managing diabetes.
According to MedlinePlus, a health information resource from the National Library of Medicine, blood glucose is the body's primary source of energy. When glucose levels remain too high, they can contribute to long-term health complications.
Continuous glucose monitoring provides additional insight into glucose patterns that may not be apparent through occasional fingerstick testing alone.
By reviewing glucose trends, patients and their providers can better understand how food, physical activity, medications and other factors affect blood sugar levels.
However, CGM technology is only one component of diabetes management. Patients should continue working with their medical team to establish individualized treatment goals and determine when separate blood glucose meter measurements are necessary.
Related Health Topic: Blood Glucose | MedlinePlus
Eversense 365 at SLMA in Houma
SLMA's general surgery team in Houma provides access to Eversense 365 sensor placement services.
The team includes:
Thomas Christopher Berry, MD — General Surgery
Eric Joseph Jukes, MD — General Surgery
Allyson Barker, PA — General Surgery
Eversense 365 requires a trained health care professional to place the sensor beneath the skin of the upper arm. Sensor removal and replacement are also performed by qualified health care professionals.
SLMA's general surgery and endocrinology services provide patients with access to related specialties involved in diabetes care and procedural treatment.
For patients considering Eversense 365, a medical evaluation can help determine whether the device is appropriate for their needs and how it fits into their overall diabetes management plan.
Is Eversense 365 Right for You?
Eversense 365 is available by prescription for adults with diabetes.
It may be worth discussing with your health care provider if you are interested in long-term glucose monitoring or alternatives to frequently replaced CGM sensors.
Not every CGM system is appropriate for every patient. Device selection should consider medical history, treatment requirements, monitoring preferences, potential risks and the ability to follow the system's maintenance instructions.
Patients should also discuss insurance coverage, device costs and the insertion and removal procedures with their health care team.
Learn More About Eversense 365 at SLMA
Patients in Houma and surrounding South Louisiana communities can contact South Louisiana Medical Associates to learn more about Eversense 365.
SLMA Comprehensive Health Clinic — 605 Enterprise Drive, Suite B, Houma, LA 70360
Call 985-262-1639 to ask about Eversense 365 services and scheduling.
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Medical information is provided for educational purposes and does not replace individualized medical advice.
