Donna,

With a history of diabetes and heart disease in your family, I just wanted to recommend a specific blood test. The next time you see your physician, ask for an A1C test (also known as glycated hemoglobin or HbA1c). A single days blood test (typical blood glucose test) only gives you one snap shot, while the A1C gives you a picture of your average blood glucose control for the past 2 to 3 months. My uncle had numerous blood glucose tests done - always came back negative, because he was always more conscious about what he was eating before going to see his doctor and to get lab work. As a result, it always looked like he was fine. Once he had the A1C test, it was evident that his blood glucose control was significantly imparired.

Good luck in your hunt for a new doc!

Take care,
Lisa