Richard K. Bernstein
Richard K. Bernstein, MD is a renowned expert in diabetes treatment with personal experience as a Type 1 diabetic since 1946.
He pioneered blood glucose self-monitoring and tight blood sugar control, now standard in diabetes care.
Initially an engineer, Bernstein became a doctor at 45 to better treat diabetes.
He's authored several influential books on diabetes management, including "Dr. Bernstein's Diabetes Solution" and "The Diabetes Diet." Bernstein advocates a low-carbohydrate approach to normalize blood sugar levels and prevent complications.
He maintains a private practice in Mamaroneck, NY, and has held positions at various medical institutions, including as an instructor at New York Medical College.
