A stand-alone textbook that would cover all aspects of the systemic and ophthalmic management of diabetes mellitus. This book is intended to be an essential introductory reference source for not only optometrists, but also ophthalmology specialist trainees, foundation doctors, specialist registrars in diabetes and metabolic medicine, general practitioners, specialist nurses, medical students, retinal screeners and other healthcare professionals involved in diabetes care. It has been written in such a way that gives readers the theoretical, clinical and practical information they need, without being overwhelmed with too much complex detail. For those readers wishing to explore areas of interest, there are comprehensive further reading lists at the end of each chapter. Depending on their background some readers may only choose to study certain chapters, whilst others will find every chapter useful.