Diabetes Technology: The Latest on Continuous Glucose Monitors, Insulin Pumps and More

Staying up to date with the ever-changing diabetes technology landscape is vital for supporting persons with diabetes (PWD). This webinar provides nutrition professionals with the latest information on diabetes technology tools, such as insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitors, connected insulin pumps and diabetes apps. Discover how these tools can enhance diabetes self-care management and lead to positive clinical outcomes for patients and clients. The speaker shares insightful case studies, showcasing the crucial role of RDNs in educating and supporting individuals with diabetes in utilizing diabetes technology effectively.

Planned in collaboration with the Diabetes Dietetic Practice Group.

CPE Level: 2
CPEU: 1

Performance Indicators:

• 3.1 Demonstrates and applies leadership skills.
• 8.2 Applies current knowledge and skill in the management of a variety of diseases and clinical conditions.
• 9.4 Provides nutrition and dietetic education to a variety of individuals, groups and populations.

Learning Objectives

1. Describe the various categories of diabetes technology and benefits for persons with diabetes (PWD).
2. Review the latest information on insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitors and connected insulin pens.
3. Discuss strategies to individualize diabetes technology selection and support use over time using the Identify-Configure-Collaborate (ICC) standardized framework for technology-enabled care.

Speaker

Rachel Stahl Salzman, MS, RD, CDN, CDCES is Lecturer in Medicine in the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism at Weill Cornell Medicine (WCM) in New York City. In addition to clinical care, she leads the hospital's Diabetes Prevention Program, participates in research, and is actively involved in interdisciplinary education, especially as it relates to diabetes management and technology. Rachel currently serves on the board of Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialists (ADCES) Metropolitan NY Group and as Technology Chair of the Diabetes Dietetic Practice Group. She is the proud recipient of the 2022 Rising Star Award from ADCES. Rachel earned her Bachelor of Arts from Colgate University graduating Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa, completed her Dietetic Internship at New York-Presbyterian Hospital, and received her Master's of Science Degree in Clinical Nutrition from New York University.