Description

Explore the realities of diabetes technology use across diverse backgrounds and solutions for a successful start in tech-naïve people living with diabetes.​

Robyn Houlden MD, FRCPC

Professor and Chair of the Division of Endocrinology at Queen’s University, Kingston

Dr. Robyn Houlden is Professor and Chair of the Division of Endocrinology at Queen’s University, Kingston… View Speaker’s Full Bio

James Morrell, RN, MN, CDE

Diabetes Nurse Educator
Nurse Lead
Diabetes with Island Health, BC

Jim’s first practice specialty was in psychiatric/mental health nursing, completing his Masters in Nursing through the University of Victoria in 2008 with his thesis topic on exploring the encounter between the diabetes and schizophrenia… View Speaker’s Full Bio

Description

Explore how to personalize technology and leverage the use of the new G7 features to encourage engagement in daily diabetes management.

Alice Cheng, MD, FRCPC

Endocrinologist, Trillium Health Partners & Unity Health Toronto
Associate Professor, University of Toronto

Dr. Cheng is an Endocrinologist at Trillium Health Partners and Unity Health Toronto and an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto… View Speaker’s Full Bio

Alanna Chambers, RD, CDE

Independent Insulin Pump Trainer & Diabetes Educator

Alanna Chambers is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator from Kelowna, BC who brings passion to her work in the type 1 diabetes space… View Speaker’s Full Bio

Description

Review CGM impact on maternal and fetal outcomes, strategies to achieve glycemic ​targets, and solutions to navigate challenges through the stages of pregnancy.

Ilana Halperin, MD, FRCPC

Endocrinologist, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
University of Toronto Associate Professor, University of Toronto

Dr. Ilana Halperin is a full time staff physician and assistant professor in the job description of Clinician in Quality and Innovation… View Speaker’s Full Bio

Lois Donovan, MD, FRCPC

Endocrinologist
Clinical Professor, Cumming School Medicine, University of Calgary, AB
Medical Director of Diabetes in Pregnancy, Calgary, AB
Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism and Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Dr Lois Donovan is an Endocrinologist who is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism and Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology… View Speaker’s Full Bio

Description

Dive deeply into personal experiences with hypoglycemia, management strategies, and evidence for technology use as a tool to improve hypoglycemia outcomes.

Akshay Jain, MD, FRCPC, FACE, CCD, ECNU, DABOM

TLC Diabetes and Endocrinology/ University of British Columbia, Surrey, BC

Dr. Akshay Jain is the first Canadian physician to be triple board-certified by the American Boards in Endocrinology, Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine… View Speaker’s Full Bio

Alexandria Ratzki Leewing, PhD, MSc

Adjunct Professor, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics
Scientific Director, Diabetes Alliance Hypoglycemia Research Program, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western University, ON

Dr. Alexandria Ratzki-Leewing is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, and Scientific Director of the Diabetes Alliance Hypoglycemia Research Program… View Speaker’s Full Bio

Description

From daily activities to competition day, discuss recent insights on factors that impact glycemia around activity and help PwD build confidence using technology-based strategies.

Dessi Zaharieva, PhD, CEP, CDCES

Instructor, Center for Academic Medicine, Division of Endocrinology & Diabetes, MC 5660, Stanford University, School of Medicine

Dr. Dessi Zaharieva is an Instructor, Certified Exercise Physiologist (CEP), and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist… View Speaker’s Full Bio

Michael Riddell, PhD

Professor, School of Kinesiology and Health Science, Muscle Health Research Centre, Faculty of Health, York University, Toronto, Canada
Senior Scientist, LMC Diabetes and Manna Research, Toronto, Canada

Dr. Michael Riddell is a Professor in the School of Kinesiology and Health Science and Muscle Health Research Centre at York University… View Speaker’s Full Bio

Description

Discuss efficient approaches to rtCGM report assessments and apply practical tips to tailor goals, spot patterns, and personalize action plans.

Jeremy Gilbert, MD, FRCPC

Associate Professor, University of Toronto
Endocrinology and Metabolism, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, ON

Dr. Jeremy Gilbert is an endocrinologist at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Center… View Speaker’s Full Bio

Joanne Gibson, RD, CDE

Registered Dietitian
Pediatric Diabetes Program, McMaster Children’s Hospital, Hamilton, ON

Joanne is a registered dietitian at McMaster Children’s Hospital and works as a member of the Pediatric Diabetes Team… View Speaker’s Full Bio

Description

Explore strategies to work through relationships with care and courtesy to encourage support for all parties, including how and when to share data with loved ones and/or supporters.

Tricia Tang, PhD

Registered psychologist
Associate Professor
Department of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology at the University of British Columbia

Dr. Tricia Tang is a registered clinical psychologist and an Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology at the University of British Columbia (BC)… View Speaker’s Full Bio

Susie Jin, RPh, CDE CRE

Pharmacist, CDE / Certified Fitter for Compression Stockings

Susie is a pharmacist, Certified Diabetes Educator, Certified Fitter of Compression Therapy and Certified Respiratory Educator… View Speaker’s Full Bio

Description

Discover strategies for developing trust in Automated Insulin Delivery (AID) systems, building a foundation of positive behaviours, and supporting successful transitions to AID.

Katharine Barnard-Kelly, CPsychol, AFBPsS

Professor of Health Psychology, Bournemouth University Poole, UK
Director Health Research Limited, Portsmouth, UK

Katharine Barnard Kelly, Professor of Health Psychology, specializes in the psychosocial impact and management of illness and long-term conditions… View Speaker’s Full Bio

Gabrielle Schmid, RD, CDE, CPT

LMC Diabetes & Endocrinology in Ottawa

Gabrielle is a diabetes educator, registered dietitian and certified pump trainer with LMC Diabetes & Endocrinology in Ottawa. She connects with families and children living with type 1 diabetes… View Speaker’s Full Bio