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Classification of Diabetes Types and Diagnosis
Module Description
This module aims to provide comprehensive knowledge and skills in the classification and diagnosis of various types of diabetes. Participants will explore the distinct clinical characteristics, diagnostic criteria, and pathophysiology of diabetes types, including Type 1, Type 2, Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults (LADA), Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young (MODY), and gestational diabetes. 
Learning Objectives

At the end of this module, participants will be able to:  

  • Recognize the clinical characteristics and diagnostic criteria for various types of diabetes, including type 1, type 2, latent autoimmune diabetes in adults, maturity-onset diabetes of the young, and gestational diabetes. 
  • Differentiate between the pathophysiology of different types of diabetes. 
  • Evaluate case studies to proficiently diagnose and classify diabetes type. 
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Module Faculty
 

Nykkia Sellers, MSN, FNP, BC-ADM, CDCES

Nykkia Sellers is the director and owner of Diabetes Care & Wellness, a private adult endocrine practice. She is also a certified diabetes care and education specialist with a board certification in Advanced Diabetes Management. She has an extensive clinical background in diabetes management and education. She is a member of several professional organizations and societies. Currently, Sellers serves on the Advisory Group for Women’s Interprofessional Network of the American Diabetes Association. 
Discussion Board

This course will feature an Online Learning Collaborative that will utilize the discussion board. 

Participating in the discussion forum offers a valuable platform for sharing insights, posing questions, and networking with fellow professionals in the field of diabetes care. Your contributions will help to shape upcoming discussions led by renowned subject matter experts. Take advantage of this opportunity to engage, learn from others' experiences, and foster a collaborative learning environment.  

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) hosts an online learning collaborative (OLC) to provide a platform for individuals interested in diabetes education and related topics to exchange information, experiences, and opinions. Please be aware that the comments and content posted by users within the OLC represent the views and opinions of those individual users and do not necessarily reflect the official stance or opinion of the American Diabetes Association.

The ADA values diverse perspectives and encourages open and respectful dialogue among OLC members. However, the ADA does not endorse or take responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or appropriateness of the content shared within the OLC.

By participating in the OLC, you acknowledge and agree that:

1. The content posted by other users is their own, and the ADA does not assume any liability for the content's accuracy, legality, or quality.

2. You are responsible for evaluating the information and advice provided by other OLC members.

3. The ADA reserves the right to moderate and remove content that violates community guidelines or is deemed inappropriate, offensive, or harmful to others.

Participation in the OLC is subject to adherence to the ADA's terms of use and community guidelines. The ADA encourages respectful and constructive discussions that benefit all members of the diabetes community.

Your engagement within the OLC signifies your acceptance of this disclaimer and your commitment to maintaining a supportive and informative environment for all participants.

IMPORTANT: Managing email notifications

After you post to the discussion board, you will automatically be enrolled in email alerts.

To avoid receiving an email every time someone posts to the discussion board, click the Following link.

Course Support
If you have questions about this course, please email professionaleducation@diabetes.org.
Summary
Availability: On-Demand
Cost: FREE
Credit Offered:
1 CME Credit
1 ABIM-MOC Point
1 ACPE Credit
1 ANCC Credit
1 AAPA Credit
1 CDR Credit
1 COP Credit
1 AAFP Credit
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