On our latest episode of The Huddle, Sheetal Shah, founder of MettaHealth Partners discusses the evolving realm of AI, the role DCESs and other health care professionals can play in embracing and adopting AI technology, and the importance of keeping a human element in the technology.

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Learn more about the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) here: National Institute of Standards and Technology

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During a special episode of The Huddle recorded live at our 2024 annual meeting, we sat down with incoming ADCES President Veronica Brady, PhD, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES, FADCES. Veronica discussed the impact she wants to leave behind as President this coming year, as well as the concept of unconscious bias, how it shows up in our everyday lives and in working as health care professionals, and how we can practice cultural humility to better serve the needs of people with and at risk for diabetes. 

Please note: since the recording of this episode, Kirsten Yehl has since moved on from ADCES to pursue another professional opportunity.

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Lucia Novak MSN, ANP-BC, BC-ADM joined The Huddle to discuss the role of basal insulin in type 2 diabetes, when to initiate it, and how to have discussions about basal insulin with your clients that make them feel comfortable, informed and empowered.

This episode was made possible with support from Lilly, A Medicine Company.

Resources: 

American Diabetes Association Professional Practice Committee; 9. Pharmacologic Approaches to Glycemic Treatment: Standards of Care in Diabetes—2024. Diabetes Care 1 January 2024; 47 (Supplement_1): S158–S178. https://doi.org/10.2337/dc24-S009

Look AHEAD (Action for Health in Diabetes) study. Look AHEAD (Action for Health in Diabetes)

Pantalone KM, Misra-Hebert AD, Hobbs TM, et al. Clinical inertia in type 2 diabetes management: evidence from a large, real-world data set. Diabetes Care. 2018;41(7): e113-e114.

Find a DSMES program near you here: Find an Accredited Diabetes Education Program

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People with diabetes who are newly starting insulin may have concerns and fears, many of which are caused by beliefs about insulin that may not be accurate. Susan Guzman, PhD, joined The Huddle to talk about the potential fears that may come up when someone is starting insulin, and how diabetes care and education specialists can address these fears and provide support so that people feel comfortable and informed when taking insulin.  

This episode was made possible with support from Lilly, A Medicine Company.

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Having elevated cortisol levels can lead to a variety of side effects, and it may impact people with diabetes in a number of ways. Natalie J. Bellini DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES joined The Huddle to talk about hypercortisolism, how it is diagnosed, and its potential effects on type 2 diabetes management. This episode is sponsored by Corcept.

Learn more about Corcept here: Corcept Therapeutics

View a recorded webinar that dives deeper into cortisol levels and diabetes management (sponsored by Corcept): A Closer Look at Difficult-to-Manage Diabetes – Is Cortisol at Play?

Learn more about the CATALYST study: Corcept Announces Presentation of Results From Prevalence Phase of CATALYST Clinical Trial at American Diabetes Association’s Scientific Sessions – Corcept Therapeutics, Incorporated

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Diabetes-related foot conditions like ulcers and amputations can be very serious, but these complications are preventable when comprehensive foot exams are prioritized. Podiatrist Dr. Mark Hinkes joined The Huddle to talk about the importance of foot health and comprehensive foot exams for people with diabetes, and how we can use data collected from these foot exams to predict potential future risk. 

Learn more about the International Working Group on the Diabetic Foot here: Home - IWGDF Guidelines

View Mark's book "Healthy Feet for People with Diabetes" here: Healthy Feet for People With Diabetes: Hinkes DPM, Dr. Mark: 9780985628604: Books - Amazon.ca

Learn more about diabetes-related foot complications:

• Foot Complications | ADA
• Five year mortality and direct costs of care for people with diabetic foot complications are comparable to cancer | Journal of Foot and Ankle Research | Full Text

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On this episode of The Huddle, we're joined by Lucille Hughes, DNP, MSN/Ed, CDCES, BC-ADM, FADCES, Director of Scientific Communication, Information, and Education at Embecta. Lucille discusses some of the unique care needs to consider when working with people with Type 2 diabetes who take insulin, how the DCES and other members of the diabetes care team can help to address their specific diabetes burdens and struggles, and how care for people with Type 2 diabetes differs from that of Type 1 diabetes.

This episode is sponsored by Embecta.

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Learn more about Embecta here: Discover Our Diabetes Care Products & Learn About EMBECTA

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Recorded live at ADCES24, we sat down with Jane Jeffrie Seley, DNP, MPH, MSN, GNP, BC-ADM, CDCES, CDTC, FADCES​ to talk about the latest in diabetes technology and what to expect in the coming year, how diabetes technology overall is evolving and changing, and how diabetes technology can more seamlessly be integrated into primary care settings.

Please note that this episode was recorded in August and some of the technology and updates discussed in future tense may now be in different stages of development or release. References to specific devices and manufacturers are for educational purposes and do not represent an endorsement from ADCES.

Links: 

Register to view ADCES24 on-demand content: ADCES24 (adcesmeeting.org)

Find up-to-date diabetes technology product information, device training, professional education and more on danatech: Diabetes technology for healthcare professionals | Danatech (adces.org)

Find your technology competency level and resources to dive deeper with our tech competency tool: Technology Competency Finder| Danatech (adces.org)

To learn more about the latest and greatest in diabetes technology, register for our Diabetes Technology Conference: Diabetes Technology Conference 2024 (eventscribe.net)

To take a deeper dive into the integration of diabetes technology in primary care by checking out this two-part course developed in partnership with the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (Made possible thanks to a grant from Helmsley Charitable Trust).:

• Part 1: Integrating Diabetes Technology into Primary Care Part 1: Overview and Clinical Scenarios (0.75 CE/CME)
• Part 2: Integrating Diabetes Technology into Primary Care Part 2: Interactive Case Studies (1 CE/CME)

Learn more about the PANTHER Program: Diabetes Technology. Deciphered. | PANTHER Program

Visit diatribe: Making Sense of Diabetes | DiaTribe

Visit the Medical Professional's Reference website: Prescription & OTC Drug Info | Side Effects, Interactions & Dosages (empr.com)

Visit the ADA Consumer Guide: ADA Consumer Guide (diabetes.org)

Find resources from DiabetesWise: Home » DiabetesWise

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Recorded live at the ADCES24 annual meeting, we sat down with Senior Manager of the Diabetes Education Program at HealthPartners, Erin L. DaRosa, MBA, RDN, LD, CDCES. Erin discussed how she showcases the value of the DCES specialty in her own work and how you can speak the language of key stakeholders in your practice to articulate your value, as well as how to build trust and get a seat at the table.

Learn more about HealthPartners here: HealthPartners – Top-Rated insurance and health care in Minnesota and Wisconsin

View a patient handout mentioned in the episode here: Diabetes Education: How an education visit can help you better understand and manage your diabetes (healthpartnersfiles.com)

Register to view ADCES24 on-demand sessions here: ADCES24 (adcesmeeting.org)

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This week on The Huddle, we're resharing an episode with Miguel Johns, Co-Founder & CEO of mmnt and creator of Milton. Miguel discussed how the use of artificial intelligence (AI) can benefit health care professionals across the diabetes space and how this technology is growing and changing. Topics include addressing some of the current opportunities and challenges associated with AI in health care, how AI can provide improved clinical decision support, and where this technology may be headed in the future.

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For more information on Miguel or mmnt, visit Milton | Powered by MMNT (getmilton.com)

View a recorded annual conference session on AI and more by registering for ADCES24 On Demand: ADCES24: Diabetes Care, Education and Technology (mcievents.com)

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