Dr. E’s patient Harry has an excellent time in range over 90%, and his 30-day CGM report listed an estimated A1c of 6.8%. When Harry’s blood work came back from the lab, his A1c was 4.9%. Why the big discrepancy?
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People with diabetes are at higher risk for certain conditions like chronic kidney disease (CKD). Typically referred to as a “silent disease”, there are often no symptoms in the early stages. That’s why it’s important to talk to your doctor about your risk and get screened to stay on top of your kidney health.
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SGLT2s have been popular in the type 2 diabetes world for years now, due to their cardiovascular benefits, kidney protection, ability to reduce A1c, and influence on weight loss. Dr. Preethika Ekanayake discusses the benefits (and the risks) for use in T1D.
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Dr. Edelman discusses the important role ACE inhibitors and ARBs play in protecting your heart and kidneys.
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We are fortunate to have many medications today to treat type 2 diabetes. Beyond improving glucose levels, some of these medications also have beneficial effects on other conditions that are common in people with type 2, such as heart failure and diabetic kidney disease.
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The FDA recently approved Kerendia, a new medication that addresses the management of certain complications of type 2 diabetes, including chronic kidney disease and cardiovascular disease.
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Our international panel of diabetes experts discussed highlights from the ADA’s Scientific Sessions, and lead a Q&A on some of the most important advances in diabetes.
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Dr. Edelman takes on the role of an indifferent, judgy doctor and Dr. Pettus plays a clueless patient in these exaggerated scenarios that emphasize the importance of good communication during doctor’s appointments.
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Nephrologist Dr. Bethany Karl discusses which foods are best for people with diabetic kidney disease, and she offers resources for recipes, dining out tips and overall kidney health.
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John Pierce doesn’t remember much about his diabetes diagnosis since he was only four years old at the time, but his father, John Sr., is a clinical medical researcher and had actually written a research paper about juvenile diabetes shortly before his son was symptomatic. Since John Sr. recognized the signs, he got his son treatment quickly, but the care
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