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Elite Care Physicians
Diabetes Care · Detroit 48209

Type 2 Diabetes Care in Detroit 48209

Dr. Hadi Dourra is board-certified in Internal Medicine and has managed Type 2 Diabetes for Southwest Detroit families for over 20 years. On-site A1C testing. Accepting new patients.

Why Southwest Detroit needs a dedicated diabetes doctor

Wayne County has one of the highest rates of Type 2 Diabetes in Michigan — and the highest rate of complications among uninsured and Spanish-speaking patients. Elite Care Physicians treats this seriously, with a bilingual care plan tailored to each patient.

What's included in our diabetes care program

We treat the whole patient — not just the lab number — and we keep care affordable.

Signs you should see a doctor about diabetes

Type 2 Diabetes often develops silently. If you have any of these signs, walk in for a check-up — early treatment prevents complications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Elite Care Physicians treat Type 2 Diabetes?

Yes. Dr. Hadi Dourra is board-certified in Internal Medicine and has managed Type 2 Diabetes for over 20 years. We offer same-day A1C testing and personalized care plans at 5831 Vernor Hwy, Detroit MI 48209.

Do you accept Medicaid for diabetes care?

Yes. We accept Michigan Medicaid, Medicare, and most major commercial insurance plans for diabetes management. Bring your insurance card to your first visit.

Can I get an A1C test on a walk-in basis?

Yes. We perform A1C testing on-site at our Detroit 48209 clinic. Most results are available within minutes of the blood draw, so you can discuss the result with Dr. Dourra during the same visit.

What is a good A1C target for someone with Type 2 Diabetes?

Most adults with Type 2 Diabetes target an A1C below 7.0%, though individual goals vary based on age, other conditions, and risk of low blood sugar. Dr. Dourra sets a personalized target for each patient.

Do you prescribe insulin and Ozempic / Mounjaro?

Yes. Dr. Dourra prescribes the full range of diabetes medications — including insulin, metformin, GLP-1 agonists (Ozempic, Trulicity, Mounjaro), and SGLT-2 inhibitors — based on what's clinically appropriate and what your insurance covers.

Walk In Today — No Appointment Needed

5831 Vernor Hwy, Detroit, MI 48209 · Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Saturday 9 AM–3 PM