8-11am
The Spring Scientific Meeting will continue with live virtual courses on May 12-13, from 8:00 - 11:00 am daily. May’s live virtual event will feature presentations on “Diabetes and Beyond” and “Updates in Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology” for a total of up to 6 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ over the two days.
Featured Courses:
Diabetes and Beyond: Updates and Resources for Management of Chronic Disease and Comorbidities
Thursday, May 12 (Live Virtual)
8:00 - 11:00 am
Approved for 3 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
Over 9 million Americans have undiagnosed Type 2 Diabetes or prediabetes. In this course attendees will learn about important updates, and the use of tools and resources for patients with prediabetes and type 2 diabetes management. The newest updates to the recommendations and guidelines around lab tests for chronic kidney disease, and how it impacts patients with diabetes and hypertension will be discussed. This course will also cover the mental and emotional aspects of diabetes including diabetes distress, and how mental health affects diabetes control and long-term outcomes. Hear about the latest work being done with Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) devices in patients with Type 2 Diabetes, and how to effectively use these devices and their data in your practice.
Speakers:
Caroline R. Richardson, MD
The Use of Continuous Glucose Monitors in Type 2 Diabetes
Kristi Paguio, LMSW, CSOWM, CDCES
The Mental and Emotional Side of Diabetes
Heather Henderson, DO, FACP
New Approaches for Identification and Management of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)