May 19, 2025

#483: Diabetic Dilemmas in Older Adults, Pregnancy and Corticosteroid Use with Jeff Colburn, MD

1 hour 19 minutes

This episode doesn't sugarcoat the truth about tricky diabetes management!

Wrangle wild blood sugars among older adults, pregnant individuals, and those taking corticosteroids! Join our Kashlak resident endocrinologist Dr. Jeff Colburn, as we dive into diabetic dilemmas. We will help you dodge dangerous lows and navigate tricky treatment traps in these special populations. Get the un-sugar-coated truth on managing complex diabetes cases!

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Show Segments

Intro

Diabetes in Older Adults (Geriatrics)

General Approach

Risks of Hypoglycemia

4Ms Framework

Insulin Management

Oral Medications

Diabetes in Pregnancy

Preconception Counseling

Eye Health Monitoring

Insulin Therapy During Pregnancy

Postpartum Care

Steroid-Induced Hyperglycemia

General Approach

Postprandial Insulin Adjustment

NPH Insulin Usage

Initiating Insulin

Role of GLP-1RA and SGLT2-inhibitors

Take-home Points

Outro

Credits

Producer, Writer, and Show Notes: Isabel Valdez, PA-C

Infographic and Cover Art: Zoya Surani, BA, MS

Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP

Reviewer: Leah Witt, MD

Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP

Technical Production: PodPaste

Guest: Jeff Colburn, MD

Disclosures

Dr. Jeff Colburn reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures.

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May 19, 2025

#483: Diabetic Dilemmas in Older Adults, Pregnancy and Corticosteroid Use with Jeff Colburn, MD

1 hour 19 minutes

This episode doesn't sugarcoat the truth about tricky diabetes management!

Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!

Show Segments

Intro

Diabetes in Older Adults (Geriatrics)

General Approach

Risks of Hypoglycemia

4Ms Framework

Insulin Management

Oral Medications

Diabetes in Pregnancy

Preconception Counseling

Eye Health Monitoring

Insulin Therapy During Pregnancy

Postpartum Care

Steroid-Induced Hyperglycemia

General Approach

Postprandial Insulin Adjustment

NPH Insulin Usage

Initiating Insulin

Role of GLP-1RA and SGLT2-inhibitors

Take-home Points

Outro

Credits

Producer, Writer, and Show Notes: Isabel Valdez, PA-C

Infographic and Cover Art: Zoya Surani, BA, MS

Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP

Reviewer: Leah Witt, MD

Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP

Technical Production: PodPaste

Guest: Jeff Colburn, MD

Disclosures

Dr. Jeff Colburn reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures.

Sponsor: Continuing Education Company

Special offer for Curbsiders listeners: Save 30% on all online courses and live webcasts with promo code CURB30. Visit www.CMEmeeting.org/curbsiders to explore all offerings and claim your discount.

Sponsor: Freed

Visit Freed.ai and Usecode: CURB50 to get $50 off your first month when you subscribe.

Sponsor: Quince

Go to Quince.com/curb for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns.

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