Any Pump Users in China? What do you do for supplies, etc?

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Hello everyone!

I am hoping to work abroad in China next year. I've studied abroad in China twice, but both times I was able to bring the supplies I needed. (The longest I have been out of country was 4 months.) But, if I get any of the jobs I am applying for, I'll be abroad for a year minimum. Are there any other Type I Diabetics or Pump users working abroad? Do you have any tips or know anyone who could help me out?

I'm worried about supplies, and about finding an endocrinologist.Should I even bothering finding a new one? Or just contact my current doctor from abroad?

If anyone could give me some insight, I'd really appreciate it!

Best!
H

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I just saw an interview of a young Chinese woman in the diabetesmine of FEBRUARY 27th. She might be someone to contact.
http://www.diabetesmine.com/

Good luck,

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I'm checking it out right now! Thank you!

Best,

H

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I would contact Medtronic and let them know if/when you move. They have a location in China so I think getting supplies would not be too difficult.

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Last time I was abroad, they told me I would more than likely have to ship them from overseas from their distribution centers; however,I know medtronic is pretty great with their customers, so I hope there are other options. Thanks for the help! :D