Diabetes Mellitus

back to LEO Introduction The educated and motivated law enforcement officer (LEO) with well-managed diabetes ...

Overview of Medical Evaluation The treating endocrinologist or other treating physician knowledgeable regarding the LEO’s diabetes manage...

Quantitative Glucose Monitoring Glucose monitoring in the evaluation of the LEO includes assessment of hypoglycemia and overall control using d...

Impairing Events Severe Hypoglycemia
Severe hypoglycemia is defined as an event requiring as...

Chronic Complication Screening Chronic complications of diabetes may be associated with increased risk for impairment, severe hypoglycemia and ...

Ongoing Evaluation and Requirements Medical records and glucose meter logs should be reviewed periodically by the police physician. Because of ...

Appendix A: Commentary The commentary provided in Appendix A is for informational purposes only, and is made available for the police physician...

Appendix B Physician Evaluation Form for LEO with Diabetes ...

References American Diabetes Association. Diagnosis and classification of diabetes mellitus. Diabetes Care. 2014;37:S81-90. Avai...