Conference Co-Directors:

Nationally Renowned Conference Featuring:

• Top physicians, diabetes educators, foot specialists
• All with the mission to help you
• Health Fair showcasing state-of-the-art technologies and advances in diabetes care
• Variety of afternoon workshop topics
• Opportunities to speak one-on-one with diabetes care experts
• Physical activities for everyone For type 1’s, type 2’s, and their family members
• Healthy snack & lunch

Conference Information:

MIDWEST AIRLINES CENTER
400 West Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53203
(414) 908-6001

Registration Information:

EARLY-BIRD REGISTRATION FEE - Must be received by September 16, 2009
$25 per person
$20 with TCOYD Membership or Renewal
TCOYD Membership or Renewal : additional $20

ON-SITE REGISTRATION FEE $30 per person

Financial Aid:
Financial aid is available for those in need. Ask your caregiver or call TCOYD (800) 998-2693.

Parking:
There are several parking lots located in the area surrounding the convention center. Visit parkmilwaukee.com to find the lot that best suits your needs.

For More Information:
Toll Free (800) 998-2693
FAX (858) 755-6854

Downloadable Resources:

Conference Brochure

Conference Poster

Press Release

7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
Registration
Visit Health Fair Exhibits (Health Fair will be Closed 12:30 - 1:50 for lunch)

9:00 a.m. -10:40 a.m.
Morning Session I

9:00 a.m.
Welcome and Introduction
Co-Directors: Paul Knudson, MD; Irene O’Shaughnessy, MD; Albert Jochen, MD; and David Toth, MD

9:10 a.m.
Taking Control of Your Diabetes: It’s All About Education, Motivation & Self-Advocacy
Steven V. Edelman, MD, Living well with diabetes; Endocrinologist; TCOYD Founder and Director

10:10 a.m.
The Personal Side of Diabetes: Psychological Secrets for Effective Self-Management
William Polonsky, PhD, CDE, Clinical Psychologist; Founder, Behavioral Diabetes Institute, Del Mar, CA

10:40 - 11:25 a.m.
Morning Break
Participants are encouraged to visit the Health Fair, where cheese, apples and beverages will be available

11:25 a.m. -12:25 p.m.
Morning Session II

11:25 a.m.
Preventing Diabetes Complications
Irene O’Shaughnessy, MD, Endocrinologist, Medical College of Wisconsin

11:50 a.m.
Trust Me! You Don’t Want to Have a Heart Attack
Albert Jochen, MD, Endocrinologist, Medical College of Wisconsin

12:10 p.m.
Stretch
Bill King, Animas Corporation, Diabetes Advocate, Marathon Runner, Living well with diabetes

12:15 p.m.
Health Insurance: Getting It & Keeping It in Our Current Economy
Kriss Halpern, JD, Attorney, Specializing in diabetes related issues, Santa Monica, CA, Living well with diabetes

12:30 - 1:45 p.m.
Luncheon
Included with registration

12:30 p.m.
Sit-down banquet lunch served 

1:00 p.m.
Special Luncheon Guest Speaker

Phil Southerland Professional Cyclist, Founder, Team Type 1

2:00 - 5:00 pm
Afternoon Programs
During the afternoon, you are welcome to visit as many sessions and activities as your time allows.

Health Fair Exhibits
Beverages will be available in the Health Fair throughout the afternoon

2:00 - 3:00 pm
Workshops Session 1 (chooose one)

1. Are You and Your Health Care Providers Driving Each Other Crazy? ‘Diabetes Police’ and ‘Diabetes Criminals’ Working Together
   William Polonsky, PhD, CDE, Clinical Psychologist; Founder, Behavioral Diabetes Institute, Del Mar, CA and Steven V. Edelman, MD
2. Use It or Lose It! Creating an Exercise Plan that Is Right for You
   Bob Hanisch, MA, CDE, CSCS, Exercise Physiologist, Peak Performance Pros
3. Do I Really Need All These Pills to Stay Healthy with My Type 2 Diabetes?
   Linda Guddie, RPh, Pharmacist, Froedtert Hospital
4. Cutting Edge Treatments for Neuropathy
   Steven B. Magill, MD, PhD, Endocrinologist, Medical College of Wisconsin

3:00 - 3:25 pm
Afternoon Break

3:25 - 4:25 pm
Workshops Session 2 (choose one)

1. Getting to Insulin Sooner: The Truths and the Myths About Insulin Use and Type 2 Diabetes
   David Toth, MD, Endocrinologist, Advanced Healthcare, Menomonee Falls
2. What Is a ‘Healthy Diet’ for People with Diabetes?
   Lisa Roche, RD, CD, MS, CDE, Dietitian, Froedtert Hospital
3. How to Help Your Loved One in an Emergency
   Judy Podoll, BC-ANP, Medical College of Wisconsin
4. Advanced Skills and Techniques for Type 1’s
   Paul Knudson, MD, Endocrinologist, Medical College of Wisconsin

2:00 - 4:15 pm
Hands-On Sessions

1. Foot Screening
   Chairperson: Patrick Krzyzewski, DPM, Podiatrist, Private Practice, Milwaukee and Wauwatosa; and a faculty of podiatrists from the community
2. Ask A Dietitian
   Chairperson: Pat Puestow, RD, CD, CDE, Dietitian, Froedtert Hospital; and a faculty of dietitians from the community
3. Ask A Diabetes Nurse Educator
   Chairperson: Ruth Koehler, RN, CDE, Froedtert Hospital; and a faculty of nurse educators from the community
4. Physical Activity for Everyone
   
   • 1. Walking (using pedometers to measure your progress)
     Bill King, Animas Corporation, Diabetes Advocate, Marathon Runner, Living well with diabetes
   • 2. Strength Traning
     Led by Kathryn Menard-Rothe, MS, Clinical Exercise Physiologist, Froedtert Hospital

4:30 - 5:00 pm
Closing General Session

Embracing Change for Better Health Insights, inspirational thoughts and keys to living successfully with diabetes from your top Milwaukee diabetes educators
Moderator: Steven V. Edelman, MD
Panel: Pat Puestow, RD, CD, CDE; and a panel of diabetes educators from the Southeastern Wisconsin Association of Diabetes Educators

Wrap-up and Adjourn
Co-Directors: Paul Knudson, MD; Irene O’Shaughnessy, MD; Albert Jochen, MD; and David Toth, MD

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What do TCOYD Exhibitors have to say about our Health fairs?

"What an experience to talk to so many motivated people trying to get the knowledge they need to take care of themselves."

    "It was inspiring to talk to people that were so engaged in their own health.  They were not the patients we hear about from providers that do not do anything for themselves."

    "TCOYD truly sees themselves as emissaries in the fight against diabetes.  Their passion and dedication was contagious.  They did an amazing job of creating a feeling of openness amongst volunteers and attendees so that everyone got something out of the conference." 

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