Recorded live at the ADCES Conference in Houston, Nancy Hanna and Dena Gottesman are joined by Dr. William Polonsky. Dr. Polonsky is the founder and president of the Behavioral Diabetes Institute, an organization dedicated to studying the unmet psychological needs of people living with diabetes. He’s also an Associate Clinical Professor at the University of California in San Diego. 

Highlights include:
• Where to find the best lactose-free ice cream in the universe!
• Dr. Polonsky’s golden nugget for new diabetes educators. 
• The one question you should ask all your patients at every visit. 
• How the world’s first behavioral diabetes institute was formed. 
• The origin and meaning of the term “Diabetes Distress” and strategies to communicate effectively with patients and ease burden
• Psychosocial outcomes with Omnipod 5 and impact on caregivers 

Dr. William Polonsky has an ongoing commercial relationship with Insulet and Insulet has paid him a fee to participate in the making of this podcast. The opinions and views expressed in this podcast are his own.


Please speak with your Healthcare team before making any changes to your diabetes management. This podcast provides general information and discussions about health and related subjects. This information and other content provided in this podcast, or in any linked materials, are not intended and should not be construed as medical advice, nor is the information a substitute for professional medical expertise or treatment. If you or any other person has a medical concern, you should consult your health care provider or seek other professional medical treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something that you have heard in this podcast or read in any linked materials. The opinions and views expressed on this podcast and website have no relation to those of any academic, hospital, health practice or other institution. **Please consult the Omnipod® 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System User Guide for more information.

This special episode is a compilation of conversations from the Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists (ADCES) 2023 conference in Houston. 

Joining Nancy on day 2 of the conference were a few very special guests. Alissa Heizler-Mendoza, a registered dietitian and certified diabetes care and education specialist dropped by the studio to discuss her role of leading the advocacy and government affairs team at Insulet. She empowers us to elevate our voices to influence change and help more people living with diabetes access life-changing technology.

Sarah Yourman-Tota also stopped by to chat with Nancy about her work in pediatric endocrinology, and the positive impact technology can have for caregivers.   

Nancy was also joined by Jennifer Boyd, medical science liaison at Insulet. Jenn discusses some patient success stories from one year of Omnipod 5.

Lastly, Nancy and Dena are joined by Dr. Diana Isaacs and Natalie Bellini to discuss common misconceptions people have about different AID systems. Diana Isaacs and Natalie Bellini have an ongoing commercial relationship with Insulet.

Each guest’s views and opinions are their own and not those of Insulet.

Please speak with your Healthcare team before making any changes to your diabetes management. This podcast provides general information and discussions about health and related subjects. This information and other content provided in this podcast, or in any linked materials, are not intended and should not be construed as medical advice, nor is the information a substitute for professional medical expertise or treatment. If you or any other person has a medical concern, you should consult your health care provider or seek other professional medical treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something that you have heard in this podcast or read in any linked materials. The opinions and views expressed on this podcast and website have no relation to those of any academic, hospital, health practice or other institution. **Please consult the Omnipod® 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System User Guide for more information.

Join us for an insightful journey into the world of diabetes management technology on this very special episode of Beyond The Bolus. Recorded live from the American Diabetes Association’s 83rd Scientific Sessions in San Diego, host Nancy Hanna is joined by Dexcom’s Cher Pastore in our very first simulcast.  To explore how Omnipod and Dexcom are influencing the dynamics of diabetes technology and reshaping patient outcomes for the better, they’re joined by Dr. Viral Shah - an endocrinologist whose research into these innovative therapies has touched and improved countless lives. During the episode, you'll discover how technological advancements are changing the game and reducing daily management burdens for people with diabetes. Hear invaluable insights from Dr. Shah on the importance of early adoption of tools such as CGM and the Omnipod 5, and how they can prove pivotal in managing diabetes and improving glycemic control. Dr. Shah examines the different barriers to technology adoption, and how fostering a pro-active conversation can help overcome them. All this, plus a sneak peek into the future of diabetes tech.

Please speak with your Healthcare team before making any changes to your diabetes management. 
This podcast provides general information and discussions about health and related subjects. This information and other content provided in this podcast, or in any linked materials, are not intended and should not be construed as medical advice, nor is the information a substitute for professional medical expertise or treatment. If you or any other person has a medical concern, you should consult your health care provider or seek other professional medical treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something that you have heard in this podcast or read in any linked materials. The opinions and views expressed on this podcast and website have no relation to those of any academic, hospital, health practice or other institution. 

**Please consult the Omnipod® 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System User Guide for more information.

Cited resources:
1 Champakanath A, et al. Continuous Glucose Monitoring Initiation Within First Year of Type 1 Diabetes Diagnosis Is Associated With Improved Glycemic Outcomes: 7-Year Follow-Up Study. Diabetes Care. 2022;45(3):750-753.2 Brown SA, et al. Multicenter Trial of a Tubeless, On-Body Automated Insulin Delivery System With Customizable Glycemic Targets in Pediatric and Adult Participants With Type 1 Diabetes. Diabetes Care. 2021;44(7):1630-1640.

Insulet and Beyond The Bolus are back at the ADA Scientific Sessions. Nancy Hanna, Clinical Services Manager at Insulet, is joined by Dr. Anita Swamy for a special live podcast, recording at the Omnipod booth in San Diego. 

Join them on a truly enlightening journey into the world of diabetes management as seen through the lens of the latest technology. The Omnipod 5 system offers an optimistic approach towards alleviating the daily challenges associated with managing diabetes. 
 
Dr. Swamy is a stalwart in diabetes management, and she delivers a masterclass for the listeners on integrating technology into patient care.

Dr. Swamy presents in-depth knowledge of both types of diabetes and their unique needs. She pinpoints how innovative methods such as the Automated Insulin Delivery (AID) can result in a marked improvement in patient care while minimizing disease management-associated stress. 
Furthermore, the episode addresses low-resource demographics' ability to utilize such technology, breaking common misconceptions. Additionally, with a keen focus on patients transitioning from pediatrics to adult care, Dr. Swamy shares strategies to empower these patients in managing their disease independently.


Please speak with your Healthcare team before making any changes to your diabetes management. 
This podcast provides general information and discussions about health and related subjects. This information and other content provided in this podcast, or in any linked materials, are not intended and should not be construed as medical advice, nor is the information a substitute for professional medical expertise or treatment. If you or any other person has a medical concern, you should consult your health care provider or seek other professional medical treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something that you have heard in this podcast or read in any linked materials. The opinions and views expressed on this podcast and website have no relation to those of any academic, hospital, health practice or other institution. 

**Please consult the Omnipod® 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System User Guide for more information.

Nancy Hanna RN, BSN, CDCES and Dena Gottesman MS, RD, CDCES are joined by Leslie Barrett MS, RD, CDCES to clear up common misconceptions about the Omnipod® 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System. Leslie has been working on Omnipod® 5 since the development from user experience and design to clinical trial site training and support. In part 2 of this fact from fake news episode she will share more details on the Omnipod 5 algorithm known as SmartAdjust™ technology and best practices for everyday use and optimization. 

Questions covered in this episode:

• What are the requirements for entering Automated Mode?
• What are the considerations for transitioning from different therapies?
• How often should users deliver correction boluses?
• What are the adjustable settings for Omnipod 5, and what does and does not impact algorithm behavior?  

Please speak with your healthcare team before making any changes to your diabetes management. This podcast provides general information and discussions about health and related subjects. This information and other content provided in this podcast, or in any linked materials, are not intended and should not be construed as medical advice, nor is the information a substitute for professional medical expertise or treatment. If you or any other person has a medical concern, you should consult your health care provider or seek other professional medical treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something that you have heard in this podcast or read in any linked materials. The opinions and views expressed on this podcast and website have no relation to those of any academic, hospital, health practice or other institution. 

**Please consult the Omnipod® 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System User Guide for more information.

Nancy Hanna RN, BSN, CDCES and Dena Gottesman MS, RD, CDCES are joined by Leslie Barrett MS, RD, CDCES to clear up common misconceptions about the Omnipod® 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System. Leslie has been working on Omnipod® 5 since the development from user experience and design to clinical trial site training and support. In this episode she will separate the facts from the fake news, share details on the Omnipod 5 algorithm known as SmartAdjust™ technology and best practices for everyday use and optimization. 

Questions covered in this episode:

• How does the adaptivity of the system work?
• What are the requirements for entering Automated Mode?
• What should users expect during the first Pod wear?
• What are the considerations for transitioning from different therapies?
• How often should users deliver correction boluses?
• What are the adjustable settings for Omnipod 5, and what does and does not impact algorithm behavior?  

Please speak with your healthcare team before making any changes to your diabetes management. This podcast provides general information and discussions about health and related subjects. This information and other content provided in this podcast, or in any linked materials, are not intended and should not be construed as medical advice, nor is the information a substitute for professional medical expertise or treatment. If you or any other person has a medical concern, you should consult your health care provider or seek other professional medical treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something that you have heard in this podcast or read in any linked materials. The opinions and views expressed on this podcast and website have no relation to those of any academic, hospital, health practice or other institution. 

**Please consult the Omnipod® 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System User Guide for more information.

Synopsis: 

In the second part of this episode, Nancy and Dena continue with impromptu interviews of attendees at the 82nd ADA conference. 

These talks include topics such as the accessibility of new diabetes treatment technology with Dr. Osama Hamdy, helping patients achieve their diabetes goals with individualized care with Jeremy Beaulieu, glucose testing practices with Clinical Professor in Medicine Dr. Edward Chao, as well as a conversation with this year’s Outstanding Physician Clinician in Diabetes Award winner, Dr. Janet McGill. 

Guest Bios: 

Dr. Osama Hamdy, MD, is one of the world’s thought leaders in diabetes with over 40 years of experience in the field and a primary clinical interest in diabetes technology. Dr. Hamdy speaks to Nancy and Dena about the evolution of diabetes technology he has witnessed over the years and its tremendous impact on people with diabetes. 

Dr. Janet McGill is the Professor of Medicine at Washington University and this year’s Outstanding Physician Clinician in Diabetes award winner. She speaks to Nancy and Dena about her visions for the future of diabetes care and advice for young women in the industry. 

Dr. Edward Chao is a Clinical Professor of Medicine at the University of California with a particular passion for innovation and patient centered design. He speaks to Nancy and Dena about non-invasive glucose testing, design thinking, the user perspective and how it can be applied to improve patient care and help solve pain points. 

Jeremy Beaulieu is a Nurse Practitioner and CDCES with experience in both pediatric and adult diabetes. He speaks to Nancy and Dena about how unique journey to specializing in diabetes and an anecdote from a patient’s transformational journey to improved glycemia. 
 
#Omnipod #DiabetesTechnology #AIDSystems #WomenInEndocrinology #PatientCare 
 
Please speak with your Healthcare team before making any changes to your diabetes management.  
This podcast provides general information and discussions about health and related subjects. This information and other content provided in this podcast, or in any linked materials, are not intended and should not be construed as medical advice, nor is the information a substitute for professional medical expertise or treatment. If you or any other person has a medical concern, you should consult your health care provider or seek other professional medical treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something that you have heard in this podcast or read in any linked materials. The opinions and views expressed on this podcast and website have no relation to those of any academic, hospital, health practice or other institution.  

**Please consult the Omnipod® 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System User Guide for more information. 

Synopsis: 

In this episode, Nancy and Dena commence the first part of a compilation of interviews conducted at the 82nd ADA conference. 

These talks include topics such as exercise with closed-loop therapy with Dr. Laurel Messer, reducing stigma surrounding diabetes with Nicole Patience, and a conversation with this year’s Outstanding Educator in Diabetes Award winner, Dr. Amy-Hess Fischl. 
 
Guest Bios: 

Dr. Laurel Messer, PhD, RN, CDCES is a Clinical Nurse Scientist and Assistant Professor at the Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes, University of Colorado. She is a research investigator in the pediatric artificial research program at the BDC and has been involved in over 100 clinical research trials of diabetes technology. She speaks to Nancy and Dena about using hybrid closed-loop AID systems for exercise management and the importance of customizable and individualized strategies. 
 
Nicole Patience is an RD, CDCES,CEDRD, as well as an eating disorder specialist. She speaks to Nancy and Dena about the need for diabetes stigma education on every level from patient to practitioner and the benefits of plant-based eating. 
 
Dr. Amy-Hess Fischl, RD, CDCES is this year’s recipient of the 2022 Outstanding Educator in Diabetes Award. She currently works at the University of Chicago Kovler Diabetes Center  and has a particular passion for working with adolescents. She speaks to Nancy and Dena about the importance of establishing a transition program into adulthood and the outreach and benefits of telemedicine. 
 
#DiabetesTechnology #AIDSystems #Omnipod #HybridClosedLoop #DiabetesStigma #ExerciseManagement #Telemedicine 

Please speak with your Healthcare team before making any changes to your diabetes management.  
This podcast provides general information and discussions about health and related subjects. This information and other content provided in this podcast, or in any linked materials, are not intended and should not be construed as medical advice, nor is the information a substitute for professional medical expertise or treatment. If you or any other person has a medical concern, you should consult your health care provider or seek other professional medical treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something that you have heard in this podcast or read in any linked materials. The opinions and views expressed on this podcast and website have no relation to those of any academic, hospital, health practice or other institution.  

**Please consult the Omnipod® 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System User Guide for more information.

Insulet has paid the guest speakers of this podcast, Dr. Gregory Forlenza and Dr. Diana Isaacs, a fee to participate in this podcast. Dr. Gregory Forlenza and Dr. Diana Isaacs have an ongoing commercial relationship with Insulet and receive financial compensation for this relationship.  

Synopsis: 

In the second episode of Beyond the Bolus, Nancy and Dena examine the importance of the diabetes care team as they walk a day-in-the-life with Dr. Gregory Forlenza and Dr. Diana Isaacs. 
Over the episode, these experts discuss the value of a team approach within their practices, the benefits of shared medical appointments and telemedicine visits and practical tips for finding and utilizing a technology champion. 

Guest Bios: 

Dr. Gregory Forlenza, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist and Associate Professor at the Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes, University of Colorado, and his research is focused on technology to improve the health and lifestyle of people with type 1 diabetes. 

Dr. Diana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES is a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist and the Remote Monitoring Program Coordinator at the Cleveland Clinic Diabetes Center. Her primary clinical interests include medication management, diabetes education, running a robust CGM shared medical appointment program and insulin pump training.
 
#DiabetesTechnology #CareTeam #Telemedicine #DayintheLife #PatientCare 

Please speak with your Healthcare team before making any changes to your diabetes management.  
This podcast provides general information and discussions about health and related subjects. This information and other content provided in this podcast, or in any linked materials, are not intended and should not be construed as medical advice, nor is the information a substitute for professional medical expertise or treatment. If you or any other person has a medical concern, you should consult your health care provider or seek other professional medical treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something that you have heard in this podcast or read in any linked materials. The opinions and views expressed on this podcast and website have no relation to those of any academic, hospital, health practice or other institution.  

**Please consult the Omnipod® 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System User Guide for more information.