Strategies for Using Automated Insulin Delivery Devices in Your Practice | Recording-Strategies for Using Automated Insulin Delivery Devices in Your Practice

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In the recent webinar hosted by the American Diabetes Association, experts discussed strategies for integrating automated insulin delivery (AID) devices into medical practice. Dr. Joseph Valois moderated a panel including Dr. Sean Oser, Dr. Jennifer Scher, and nurse practitioner Jenny Vata, who shared their experiences and strategies for enhancing AID device use. They emphasized the importance of understanding both provider and patient barriers and highlighted the pivotal role of personalized care in improving patient outcomes.<br /><br />Key discussion points included the significance of utilizing the entire care team and external resources such as device manufacturers' trainers to ease implementation burdens. They also stressed that AID systems can decrease the workload and improve glucose management by adapting insulin delivery dynamically.<br /><br />The panel noted the common concerns around insulin-related weight gain and emphasized the devices' general weight neutrality and reduced overall insulin usage compared to traditional methods. In addressing patient hesitations, particularly among adolescents, the experts recommended a patient-centric approach that stresses the benefits of AID devices in improving quality of life. While there are concerns about legal liabilities related to data, the panel clarified that accountability begins once the data is actively reviewed. The webinar offered practical insights into maximizing the effectiveness and accessibility of AID systems in various healthcare settings.

Keywords

automated insulin delivery

AID devices

personalized care

glucose management

patient barriers

insulin-related weight gain

quality of life

legal liabilities

healthcare settings