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  • Impact of Large-Scale Natural Experiments in Diabetes from the NEXT-D3 Research Network

    Andrew L. Owen, PhD, MS; Nathalie Huguet, PhD; and Kaitlyn Jackson, MPH, preview presentations at the 85th Scientific Sessions. Attendees in Chicago can watch the session in-person Monday, June 23, at 3:15 p.m. CT.


  • Under the Knife—Perioperative Considerations for Patients with Diabetic Foot Infections

    Brandon M. Brooks, DPM, MPH, previews a presentation at the 85th Scientific Sessions. Attendees in Chicago can watch the session in-person Saturday, June 21, at 3:15 p.m. CT.


  • Symposium weighs untreated disease risks against diabetes drug risks in pregnancy

    Many people try to avoid medications during pregnancy, hoping to lower the risk of an adverse outcome. However, the risks of high doses of maternal glucose often exceed those of any hypoglycemic drug, explained speakers including Jason G. Umans, MD, PhD.


  • Researchers discuss CNS and its role in systemic metabolism

    The central nervous system is an essential element in a holistic model of glucose homeostasis, explained Zaman Mirzadeh, MD, PhD. Elevated glucose levels result in insulin release from beta cells, which are glucose sensing, and that has actions on various organs to restore euglycemia.


  • Debate weighs efficacy of AI for personalized nutrition planning

    As with many rapid advancements in artificial intelligence in health care, some question whether the technology is ready for utilization in a real-world environment. Samantha Kleinberg, PhD, and Holly Nicastro, PhD, presented two sides of the debate.


  • Specialists highlight the highs and lows of cannabis use among patients with diabetes

    Restrictive guidelines have made studying the effects of cannabis challenging for investigators. An Ask the Expert session analyzed the limited literature available. Halis K. Akturk, MD, discussed distinguishing symptoms caused by cannabis use versus those directly related to patients’ diabetes.


  • Dietitians explore how a CDCES can help optimize outcomes with GLP-1-based therapies

    With more incretin therapies anticipated for diabetes and obesity soon, experts including Maureen Chomko, RD, CDCES, discussed how dietitians and certified diabetes care and education specialists (CDCES) can help patients get the most benefit from these agents.


  • Experts illuminate various forms of intermittent fasting in diabetes care and beyond

    Time-restricted eating has been found to improve cardiometabolic health, insulin resistance, glycemic management, and blood pressure independent of weight loss. It can even affect polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), explained Sofia Cienfuegos, PhD, MS.


  • Session to outline nutrition interventions that work

    Gamification, prescriptions for fresh produce, and nutrition education have proven successful components to diabetes prevention and treatment. Panelists including Grace E. Shearrer, PhD, will explain how these concepts have been put into action in the real world.


  • Experts to review challenging cases from the cardiometabolic clinic

    Diabetes is not just an endocrine disease. It is a cardiometabolic disease that benefits from multidisciplinary care. Goutham Rao, MD, and other panelists will discuss an interdisciplinary approach to diabetes care.