As usual, the advice will be of mixed value. The Hounslow introduction was roughly as follows:
Dietitian - low fat/sugar/salt, eat plenty of medium GI carbs, starting with multigrain bread;
pharmacist - develop a relationship with your local P. They will advise on medication, side effects, etc, & are much more approachable than your GP. Go at quiet times. Control of BG is very important to minimise diabetic complications, including heart disease, stroke, eye damage, foot problems, etc.
Nurse - will do routine checks & give limited advice.
Podiatrist - foot care is extremely important - any foot problems should get immediate attention - diabetics have a serious problem with amputations.
General - Eye care is important - diabetes is a major cause of blindness. Retina examination not only shows the condition of the eyes, but the condition of capilliaries elsewhere in the body. Keep to a BMI of 20-25 or lose weight. Get regular exercise.
The dietitian advice is best ignored - get your diet advice from this forum. Some has just commented on another thread that a good diabetic dietitian is as easy to find as a vegetarian butcher.