Episode 51: Clinical Conversations in Diabetes Technology

Join Maria A. Mogollon, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, a Diabetes and Obesity Nurse Practitioner and former Internal Medicine physician in Venezuela, and Jeff Unger, MD, FAAFP, FACE, DACD, Director, Unger Primary Care Concierge Medical Group, renowned Board-Certified Family Physician, Diabetologist, and co-author of the AACE 2021 Clinical Practice Guideline for the Use of Advanced Technology in the Management of Persons with Diabetes Mellitus, as they delve into crucial topics in diabetes technology. Key topics discussed include the benefits and cost-effectiveness of continuous glucose monitors (CGM) compared to traditional finger-stick methods, practical implementation into practice workflows, interpreting CGM data, and identifying ideal candidates for CGM use. Through case studies and practical examples, they address common concerns and barriers to CGM adoption, providing valuable insights for healthcare professionals on how to have effective conversations with patients and integrate CGM technology into patient care.