Will i get diabetes if my immigrant dad died of complications of diabetic foot surgery?

Perhaps: You are certainly at increased risk with diabetes in the family, but you might not get it - especially if you keep your weight down and exercise regularly.

Genes and environmen: It depends on the genes you are carrying, strong family history and environmental factors - diet exercise.

Well: You may have the genes that increases your risk for diabetes but it doesn't necessarily mean you will get it b/c your father died from foot surgery. Diet and exercise is the key.

Good habits. : Start good habits now, and maintain a healthy lifestyle. A predisposition for diabetes can run in families, so if you know you're at risk, you've got a great head start: adjust your eating habits and exercise more now to avoid diabetes and complications!