Standards of Care in Diabetes

This CME/CE course, part of the 2023 Type I & Type II Diabetes Patient Treatment Series, offers healthcare professionals an in-depth and practical understanding of diabetes diagnosis and management. Designed for physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants, the course focuses on equipping learners with the most current strategies to manage patients with diabetes mellitus effectively. It includes the classification and diagnosis of diabetes, with an emphasis on diagnostic updates aligned with the latest clinical guidelines and ADA standards.

Through expert-led instruction, participants will acquire the skills to tailor treatment strategies based on individual patient needs, optimize lifestyle interventions, and implement cutting-edge pharmacological therapies, including the latest advancements in SGLT2 inhibitors, GLP-1 receptor agonists, and insulin formulations. Additionally, the course emphasizes screening and managing comorbidities commonly associated with diabetes, such as cardiovascular disease and kidney disorders, thereby promoting a more comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to care.

Whether managing newly diagnosed patients or those with complex comorbidities, this program provides tools to enhance clinical decision-making, improve outcomes, and reduce complications. By integrating evidence-based practices into routine care, learners can help prevent or delay the progression of type II diabetes and its complications, ultimately promoting health and wellness across populations.

Educational Objectives

• Describe the current classification criteria and diagnostic methods for Diabetes Mellitus, including updates in screening practices.
• Explain how to perform a comprehensive medical evaluation and assess diabetes-related comorbidities for individualized care.
• Demonstrate strategies to prevent or delay the onset and progression of Type II diabetes and associated health risks.
• Apply evidence-based treatment plans that incorporate lifestyle modification, patient education, and emerging pharmacologic therapies.
• Promote population health by improving diabetes management practices and reducing the burden of chronic disease.

Who Should Do This Course?

This course is ideal for:

• Physicians
• Nurse Practitioners (NPs)
• Registered Nurses (RNs)
• Physician Assistants (PAs)

It is particularly relevant for healthcare professionals working in:

• Family Medicine
• Internal Medicine
• Endocrinology
• Primary Care
• Geriatrics
• Cardiology

This course is designed for healthcare professionals involved in diagnosing and managing patients with Type I or Type II diabetes, aiming to enhance multidisciplinary diabetes care, particularly in outpatient, hospital, or specialty clinical settings.

Did You Know?

• Over 38.4 million people in the U.S. have diabetes, with about 1.2 million having Type 1 diabetes. [CDC, 2023]
• Type II diabetes accounts for approximately 90–95% of all diagnosed diabetes cases. [ADA, 2024]
• Early glycemic control reduces the risk of cardiovascular complications by up to 58%. [UKPDS Study, 2022]
• SGLT2 inhibitors have been shown to reduce hospitalization for heart failure by up to 30%. [DAPA-HF Trial, 2020]
• Diabetes is the leading cause of kidney failure, non-traumatic lower-limb amputations, and new cases of blindness among adults in the U.S. [CDC, 2023]