DSMES Across the Lifespan | Recording-DSMES Across the Lifespan

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The American Diabetes Association's Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Interest Group hosted a webinar presented by experts Robin Williams, Casey Fiocchi, and Emma Dobbins, discussing their comprehensive DSMES program. The team shared insights into the transition from a population-specific to a lifespan DSMES model, which now supports people with diabetes across all ages and conditions. The program emphasizes the importance of educating and empowering individuals to manage their diabetes effectively while collaborating with healthcare providers. The multidisciplinary team includes dietitians, nurses, and other specialists who provide education and support in multiple settings, including hospitals and clinics, and offer telehealth services. The webinar detailed the integration of electronic medical records to streamline care, foster communication, and improve service delivery. The program's expansion has been supported by strong internal and external stakeholder collaboration. The team also focuses on continuous quality improvement, ensuring updated educational materials and utilizing patient feedback to enhance services. The session concluded with a reminder for participants to complete a post-test for CEU credit, and the webinar remains accessible for credit until December 2025.

Keywords

DSMES program

diabetes management

multidisciplinary team

telehealth services

electronic medical records

stakeholder collaboration

continuous quality improvement