OVERVIEW

Diabetes CME course is organized by Skin, Bones, Hearts & Private Parts.

End Date: October 1, 2026

Description:
This Diabetes CME course takes a deep dive into the complications of diabetes and the “Miracle” medications that treat diabetes —giving you the confidence to make better patient care decisions.

The Mirage: Sometimes It’s Not What We Think: T1 V T2 V Lada (Rx=0.25)

This session will help clarify the illusion we sometimes see with the diagnosis of diabetes. While diagnostic criteria is well known, determining T1 v LADA v T2DM are not always clear. Screening and staging for T1D has taken on greater importance now that it may be prevented or delayed. Referral for Tzield treatment is now more important than ever for providers and clinicians. Insulin management for Stage 3 and insulinopenic T2DM will be reviewed.

Staying out of Death Valley: Cardio, Kidney, Metabolic Diseases (Rx=0.25)

Staying out of Death Valley of complications of diabetes is our ultimate goal. Cardo, Kidney metabolic (CKM) diseases are interrelated and must be prevented, screened for and or treated. Data reviewing the medication benefits beyond glucocentric, will be reviewed. Management and referral for micro and macrovascular complications will be discussed.

The Oasis: Miracle Medications (Rx=1.00)

The oasis in the desert is the advent of “Miracle” medications that treat diabetes, slow and/or prevent renal, cardiovascular, OSA, NAFLD and potentially other related areas. A deep dive into these medications, MOA, adverse events, prescribing, titrating will be discussed with case reviews to enhance critical thinking.

Sunscreen Isn’t Enough: Therapeutic Adjustments Through Empowerment, Education and New Technologies (Rx=0.50)

Sunscreen Isn’t Enough will highlight other important strategies to improve outcomes. Patient engagement and empowerment with use of new technology to enhance pattern management and therapeutic adjustments will be reviewed. Continuous glucose sensors, pumps and hypoglycemia treatments are all game changers. People with diabetes (PWD) are driving uptake in these areas.

The Long Tall Drink of Water: Resources to Provide Sustinence

This presentation will share resources found to be successful for clinicians and educators over decades of practice. Patient handouts, web sites, apps and formulary look up tools will help provide sustenance for the busy practitioner.