Diabetes Care Conversations

By Association of Diabetes Care & Education SpecialistsHealth & Fitness Technology Government

Diabetes Care Conversations episodes

February 03 Best of Diabetes Tech 2025
In this episode of danatech Talks, a series of The Huddle: Conversations with the Diabetes Care Team, Dana Moreau and her guests Dr. Jay Shubrook and Dr. Clipper Young look back at how diabetes technology evolved in 2025, focusing less on new gadgets and more on better integration, usability, and real-world impact. They discuss expanded use of CGM and automated insulin delivery, the practical role of AI in simplifying data and decision-making, and ongoing challenges with implementation. They also share what to watch in 2026, including hospital use of diabetes devices and broader integration across healthcare systems. Explore the latest in diabetes technology as well as trainings and resources on danatech: danatech l Diabetes Technology Education for Healthcare Professionals Listen to the first episode of our danatech Talks diabetes technology series: https://thehuddle.simplecast.com/episodes/basics-diabetes-technology-for-health-care-professionals Listen to more episodes of Diabetes Care Conversations at
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20 min
January 13 Simplifying CGM Integration: A Workflow for Every Provider
In this episode of The Huddle: Conversations with the Diabetes Care Team, Jami Klein RN, CDCES, Senior Manager of Clinical Education at Dexcom, joins Davida Kruger, MSN, APN-BC, BC-ADM, Certified Nurse Practitioner at Henry Ford Health System, for a practical conversation on integrating continuous glucose monitoring into primary care. Together, they explore Dexcom’s CGM clinic workflow toolkit, highlighting how nurse practitioners and DCESs can streamline implementation, improve efficiency, and empower patients through data-driven care. This episode was supported by Dexcom. You can view Dexcom's CGM workflow by visiting www.dexcom.com/clinic-workflow. Listen to more episodes of Diabetes Care Conversations at
https://www.adces.org/practice/the-huddle-podcast
Learn more about ADCES and the many benefits of membership at
adces.org/join.
The Diabetes Care Conversations Podcast is edited by JAG Podcast
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23 min
January 06Simplifying the Sometimes Challenging Prescribing Process
On this episode of Danatech Talks–a special series from The Huddle– Paola Acevedo, PharmD, CDCES, walks through how to simplify the process of prescribing diabetes technology. Paola discusses common pain points both clients and prescribers may face related to documentation, coverage and affordability, and accessibility. She also shares practical strategies, systems and workflows providers and practices can implement to help navigate through these potential challenges.
This episode was supported by educational grant funding from Abbott.
Explore the latest in diabetes technology as well as trainings and resources on danatech: danatech l Diabetes Technology Education for Healthcare Professionals
Explore danatech’s technology affordability tool: Diabetes Technology Affordability Options
Listen to previous episodes of our Danatech Talks diabetes technology series:
https://thehuddle.simplecast.com/episodes/basics-diabetes-technology-for-health-care-professionals
https://thehuddle.simplecast.com/episodes/understanding-cgms-and-interpreting-data-for-beginners
Listen to more episodes of Diabetes Care Conversations at https://www.adces.org/practice/the-huddle-podcast
Learn more about ADCES and the many benefits of membership at adces.org/join.
The Diabetes Care Conversations Podcast is edited by JAG Podcast Productions: https://jagpodcastproductions.com/

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25 min
December 02, 2025 Advancing T1D Care: Breakthrough T1D’s Push for Clinical Trial Participation
In this episode of Dana Tech Talks, Dana Moreau speaks with Anastasia Albanese-O’Neill, Vice President of Medical Affairs at Breakthrough T1D, about the critical role clinical trials play in advancing type 1 diabetes care. They explore emerging therapies, growing screening efforts, and practical tools that help clinicians connect patients to research opportunities. Together, they highlight how building a culture of trial participation can accelerate progress toward T1D cures. Listen to more episodes of Diabetes Care Conversations at
https://www.adces.org/practice/the-huddle-podcast
Learn more about ADCES and the many benefits of membership at
adces.org/join.
The Diabetes Care Conversations Podcast is edited by JAG Podcast
Productions: https://jagpodcastproductions.com/
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21 min
November 18, 2025 Understanding CGMs and Interpreting Data for Beginners
Kristine Batty, PHD, APRN, BC-ADM, CDCES, FADCES joins this episode of Danatech Talks–a special series from The Huddle– to provide a high-level overview on continuous glucose monitors (CGMs). Kristine touches on the basics of how CGMs work, what CGM devices are out there today, what the different devices measure, and how CGM technology impacts clinical decision making.
This episode was supported by educational grant funding from Abbott.
Explore the latest in diabetes technology as well as trainings and resources on danatech: danatech l Diabetes Technology Education for Healthcare Professionals
Listen to the first episode of our Danatech Talks diabetes technology series: https://thehuddle.simplecast.com/episodes/basics-diabetes-technology-for-health-care-professionals
Listen to more episodes of Diabetes Care Conversations at https://www.adces.org/practice/the-huddle-podcast
Learn more about ADCES and the many benefits of membership at adces.org/join.
The Diabetes Care Conversations Podcast is edited by JAG Podcast Productions: https://jagpodcastproductions.com/

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17 min
November 11, 2025 Supporting the Person with Diabetes who has Diabetes Related Peripheral Neuropathy
Join Gary Rothenberg, DPM, CDCES, CWS, and Jodi Lavin Tompkins, MSN, RN, BC-ADM, CDCES, for an insightful discussion on diabetes-related peripheral neuropathy. Dr. Rothenberg explores the clinical manifestations, risk factors, and diagnostic approaches to neuropathy, while highlighting strategies for effective patient engagement and self-care support. The conversation also introduces the pyramid of treatments and therapies—a practical framework to guide interventions for individuals affected by neuropathy. Tune in to enhance your understanding of diabetes-related peripheral neuropathy and access the accompanying patient education handout designed to support self-management and shared decision-making. This episode is supported by an education grant from Lexicon Pharmaceuticals.
Disclosure: Gary is Director of Medical Affairs, Podimetrics, makers of an FDA device to measure for prevention of diabetes-related foot ulcer recurrence.
Listen to more episodes of Diabetes Care Conversations at https://www.adces.org/practice/the-huddle-podcast
Learn more about ADCES and the many benefits of membership at adces.org/join.
The Diabetes Care Conversations Podcast is edited by JAG Podcast Productions: https://jagpodcastproductions.com/

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23 min
November 04, 2025 Nutrition Myths and the Power of Whole-Person Diabetes Care
In this episode of The Huddle, Janice Baker, MBA, RDN, CDCES, CNSC, BC-ADM, joins Julia Socke, RDN, LDN, CDCES, for an insightful conversation on common nutrition myths and the importance of holistic diabetes care. Drawing on nearly 43 years of experience, Janice shares her evidence-based perspectives on topics like low-carb diets, artificial sweeteners, and protein. She also discusses her collaborative approach to working with other healthcare providers and highlights often-overlooked aspects of diabetes management—such as foot and dental care—that contribute to truly comprehensive patient support.

Join us for an enlightening discussion that blends clinical expertise with practical strategies for whole-person diabetes care.
Listen to more episodes of Diabetes Care Conversations at https://www.adces.org/practice/the-huddle-podcast
Learn more about ADCES and the many benefits of membership at adces.org/join.
The Diabetes Care Conversations Podcast is edited by JAG Podcast Productions: https://jagpodcastproductions.com/

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20 min
October 28, 2025 The Basics of Diabetes Technology for Health Care Professionals
On this episode of Danatech Talks–a special series from The Huddle–Katrina Flaskerud, MS, RDN, LD, CDCES outlines some of the fundamentals of diabetes technology. Katrina provides a foundational overview of all of the devices out there today and how they differ from each other, how to have conversations with clients about what diabetes technology options may be best for them, and how diabetes care and education specialists and other health care professionals who are less familiar with diabetes technology can get started and learn more.
This episode was supported by educational grant funding from Abbott.
Explore the latest in diabetes technology as well as trainings and resources on danatech: danatech l Diabetes Technology Education for Healthcare Professionals

Listen to more episodes of Diabetes Care Conversations at https://www.adces.org/practice/the-huddle-podcast
Learn more about ADCES and the many benefits of membership at adces.org/join.
The Diabetes Care Conversations Podcast is edited by JAG Podcast Productions: https://jagpodcastproductions.com/

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15 min
October 21, 2025 There’s Something For Everyone at the ADCES Diabetes Tech Conference
Join Dana Moreau and Davida Kruger, MSN, APN-BC, BC-ADM, co-chair of the Diabetes Technology Conference Planning Committee, as they dive into what makes DTC25 the must-attend event for diabetes professionals. Discover how the latest innovations in diabetes technology will be translated into real-world strategies you can apply in practice and hear how the conference fosters meaningful networking and collaboration among peers.
Register for the Diabetes Technology Conference here: https://diabetestechconference.org/
Listen to more episodes of Diabetes Care Conversations at https://www.adces.org/practice/the-huddle-podcast
Learn more about ADCES and the many benefits of membership at adces.org/join.
The Diabetes Care Conversations Podcast is edited by JAG Podcast Productions: https://jagpodcastproductions.com/

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15 min
October 07, 2025 Young Adults and the DCES: a Conversation with the Diabetes Link
Kat Lucas, Hannah Reidel, and Thomas Hallett from the Diabetes Link share the young adult perspective on living with diabetes; including building trust with the DCES, navigating financial issues, alcohol use, and more, and the excitement of traveling and moving to new cities – all while living with type 1. Our guests share their experiences coming of age while living with diabetes, and discuss the importance of building trust with the care team and some of the valuable benefits of working with a DCES. Kat, Hannah, and Thomas share insights on what they wish their care teams knew about living with type 1, and thoughts on how the DCES can show up and provide support as those with similar experiences come of age.

The Diabetes Link Resource Hub is available here: Resource Hub
The DSMES Program Finder is available here: Find an Accredited Diabetes Education Program
Listen to more episodes of Diabetes Care Conversations at https://www.adces.org/practice/the-huddle-podcast
Learn more about ADCES and the many benefits of membership at adces.org/join.
The Diabetes Care Conversations Podcast is edited by JAG Podcast Productions: https://jagpodcastproductions.com/

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
33 min

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The official podcast of the Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists. Join us as we discuss the latest news in diabetes care, education, advocacy and technology.