Louis H. Philipson, MD, PhD, FACP, ADA President, Medicine & Science, is a data-driven scientist with an insatiable desire to ask questions. He’s following in the footsteps of some of his closest friends and “heroes” in the field by focusing on the role of genetics in precision medicine. Read more
The ADA, the American College of Physicians (ACP), The Endocrine Society, and other organizations have all looked at the same science and set different glycemic goals. David D’Alessio, MD, and Timothy J. Wilt, MD, MPH, will debate the merits of the competing guidelines from the ADA and the ACP at 8:00 a.m. Monday in N-Hall E (North, Exhibition Level). Read more
The artificial pancreas is coming! Medical device makers have been making that promise for 30 years, but this time it appears certain. Timothy S. Bailey, MD, FACE, FACP, CPI, and Jennifer B. Green, MD, MPH, will examine the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial pancreas systems during the Sunday session "On the Road to Automated Insulin Delivery (AID)." Read more
First results from the CAROLINA outcomes trial comparing linagliptin and glimepiride will be presented at 4:30 p.m. Monday in W-3001 (West, Level 3). Julio Rosenstock, MD, CAROLINA principal investigator, talked to ADAMeetingNews.org about the significance of the trial. Read more
Results from the CREDENCE and CARMELINA clinical trials, both of which targeted patients with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease, will be presented at 7:30 a.m. Tuesday in N-Hall E (North, Exhibition Level). CARMELINA study co-chair Darren K. McGuire, MD, MHSc, discussed the background, objective, and significance of the trial with ADAMeetingNews.org. Read more
Results from the PIONEER Program Trials will be presented at 9:45 a.m. Tuesday in N-Hall E (North, Exhibition Level). ADAMeetingNews.org asked study investigator John B. Buse, MD, PhD, to discuss the significance of the PIONEER studies, which were designed to study the safety and efficacy of an oral formulation of the GLP-1 receptor agonist semaglutide. Read more
The ADA Events app is the best way to stay connected and informed about the 79th Scientific Sessions. Follow these easy steps to download the app to your mobile device, and learn about some of the app’s convenient features to improve your meeting experience. Read more
Before you leave for San Francisco to attend the 79th Scientific Sessions, make sure you’re prepared with these 10 helpful tips. Read more
Here's everything you need to know about getting around San Francisco during the 79th Scientific Sessions. Read more
From traditional American to seafood, Italian, and California-style cuisine, San Francisco has something for everyone. Take your pick with this dining guide. Read more