Diabetes Care Conversations

Hosted by Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists

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The official podcast of the Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists. Join us as we discuss the latest news in diabetes care, education, advocacy and technology.

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September 22, 202619 min

Health Care Quality Trends: The DCES and Value-Based Care

Health care quality reporting is evolving, and diabetes care and education specialists have an important role to play. In this episode of Diabetes Care Conversations , host Davida Kruger talks with Marie Frazzitta, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, CDCES, MBA, about the shift toward value-based care and digital quality reporting and what these changes mean for diabetes care. Learn how emerging quality measures are incorporating GMI and CGM utilization, how real-time diabetes data can support improved outcomes, and where DCESs can add value through patient engagement, technology implementation, clinical workflows, and collaboration with quality teams. The conversation also explores barriers related to technology, sustained CGM use, and equitable access, as well as how DCESs can position themselves as strategic partners in the changing health care quality landscape. Listen to more episodes of Diabetes Care Conversations at https://www.adces.org/practice/the-huddle-podcast Learn more about ADCES and the many benefits of membership at adces.org/join . The Diabetes Care Conversations Podcast is edited by JAG Podcast Productions: https://jagpodcastproductions.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 8, 202627 min

Managing Diabetes, Managing Burnout

Additional Resources Dr. Long's ADCES26 Presentation, "Behavioral Health in Diabetes: Tackling Burnout, Depression, and Anxiety" Toolkit for Diabetes Educators regarding the LIFT strategy Listen to more episodes of Diabetes Care Conversations at https://www.adces.org/practice/the-huddle-podcast Learn more about ADCES and the many benefits of membership at adces.org/join . The Diabetes Care Conversations Podcast is edited by JAG Podcast Productions: https://jagpodcastproductions.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

August 25, 202627 min

Mitigating Daily Burden With the iLet Dosing Decision Software

The article referenced in this episode, “Clinical Approaches to Managing Glycemia with the iLet Dosing Decision Software,” can be found here. Listen to more episodes of Diabetes Care Conversations at https://www.adces.org/practice/the-huddle-podcast Learn more about ADCES and the many benefits of membership at adces.org/join . The Diabetes Care Conversations Podcast is edited by JAG Podcast Productions: https://jagpodcastproductions.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

August 20, 202621 min

Practical Considerations to Help Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Start and Stay on Non-Insulin Injectable Therapies

In this episode of The Huddle: Conversations with the Diabetes Care Team, Debbie Hinnen, APN, BC-ADM, CDCES, FAAN, shares practical strategies for helping people with type 2 diabetes start and stay on non-insulin injectable therapies. From addressing concerns about injections and setting realistic expectations to navigating storage and potential side effects, this conversation offers actionable guidance to help diabetes care and education specialists support patients with confidence throughout their treatment journey. This episode was made possible with support from Lilly, A Medicine Company. Listen to more episodes of Diabetes Care Conversations at https://www.adces.org/practice/the-huddle-podcast Learn more about ADCES and the many benefits of membership at adces.org/join. The Diabetes Care Conversations Podcast is edited by JAG Podcast Productions: https://jagpodcastproductions.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

August 20, 202620 min

Staying Healthy with Type 2 Diabetes While Losing Weight

In this episode of The Huddle: Conversations with the Diabetes Care Team, Amy Hess Fischl, MS, RD, LDN, BC-ADM, CDE, joins us to discuss how diabetes care and education specialists can help people with type 2 diabetes stay healthy while losing weight. Tune in for practical insights on navigating changes in appetite and food intake, supporting good nutrition, and incorporating physical activity throughout the weight-loss journey. This episode was made possible with support from Lilly, A Medicine Company. Listen to more episodes of Diabetes Care Conversations at https://www.adces.org/practice/the-huddle-podcast Learn more about ADCES and the many benefits of membership at adces.org/join. The Diabetes Care Conversations Podcast is edited by JAG Podcast Productions: https://jagpodcastproductions.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

August 11, 202618 min

Burnout and the DCES, Part 2: Strategies for Resilience

In the second installment of this two-part episode, Dr. Mary de Groot shares practical strategies for recognizing and preventing burnout among diabetes care professionals. Learn how to identify early warning signs, practice regular self-assessment, and foster open workplace conversations. The episode also explores how healthcare organizations can support healthier environments and promote long-term professional fulfillment while maintaining high-quality diabetes care. Listen to more episodes of Diabetes Care Conversations at https://www.adces.org/practice/the-huddle-podcast Learn more about ADCES and the many benefits of membership at adces.org/join. The Diabetes Care Conversations Podcast is edited by JAG Podcast Productions: https://jagpodcastproductions.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 28, 202618 min

Burnout and the DCES, Part 1: Navigating Vulnerabilities

Visit ADCES.org for more resources on all things DCES, and join us next time for part 2 of this episode! Listen to more episodes of Diabetes Care Conversations at https://www.adces.org/practice/the-huddle-podcast Learn more about ADCES and the many benefits of membership at adces.org/join . The Diabetes Care Conversations Podcast is edited by JAG Podcast Productions: https://jagpodcastproductions.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 14, 202626 min

Bridging the Gap in Obesity Care

Additional Resources: ADCES Legislative Action Center OCAN Website OCAN Patient Roadmap OCAN Advocacy Efforts Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Website CMS GLP-1 Bridge FAQ CMS Eligibility website ADCES 2024 State Policy Forum Listen to more episodes of Diabetes Care Conversations at https://www.adces.org/practice/the-huddle-podcast Learn more about ADCES and the many benefits of membership at adces.org/join . The Diabetes Care Conversations Podcast is edited by JAG Podcast Productions: https://jagpodcastproductions.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 30, 202631 min

Making Sense of Processed Foods

Additional Resources: Hess J, Comeau M, Casperson S ..., Dietary Guidelines Meet NOVA: Developing a Menu for A Healthy Dietary Pattern Using Ultra-Processed Foods , The Journal of Nutrition, 2023; 153, 2472-2481 Latulippe, Marie E. MS, MBA, RDN; Hultin, Ginger DCN, RDN. Highly Processed and Ultra-Processed Foods and Health: Balancing Evidence and Everyday Eating . Nutrition Today 61(3):p 115-121, May/June 2026. | DOI: 10.1097/NT.0000000000000809 Listen to more episodes of Diabetes Care Conversations at https://www.adces.org/practice/the-huddle-podcast Learn more about ADCES and the many benefits of membership at adces.org/join . The Diabetes Care Conversations Podcast is edited by JAG Podcast Productions: https://jagpodcastproductions.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 16, 202623 min

Loneliness, Isolation, and the Diabetes Care Journey

Loneliness and Social Isolation: What is Our Roles as CDCESs?, Megan Muñoz, RN, MSN, CDCES, ADCES In Practice, 2026 Listen to more episodes of Diabetes Care Conversations at https://www.adces.org/practice/the-huddle-podcast Learn more about ADCES and the many benefits of membership at adces.org/join . The Diabetes Care Conversations Podcast is edited by JAG Podcast Productions: https://jagpodcastproductions.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.