Episode 273 - Rob Solo Minisode - Upcoming Events, ATTD Updates, Rob Life Updates Diabetics Doing Things Podcast

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In this episode of Diabetics Doing Things, Rob goes solo to discuss various
upcoming events, including a diabetes meetup at Pax and Beneficia, where
there will be a pour-over class and discussions on automated insulin
delivery systems. He also delves into his experience at the Advanced
Technologies and Therapies for Diabetes (ATTD) conference in Florence,
highlighting key topics like access, adherence, and automation in diabetes
care. Rob also shares personal updates on his diabetes treatment, goals for
2024, and insights from his Goldman Sachs program. The episode concludes
with a quick discussion on Ramadan, upcoming events, and a call for mailbag
submissions.

Topics discussed:

1. Announcement of upcoming events, including a diabetes meetup at Pax
and Beneficia with a pour-over class and discussions on automated
insulin delivery systems.

2. Recap of Rob's experience at the ATTD conference in Florence,
focusing on access, adherence, and automation in diabetes care.

3. Personal updates on Rob's diabetes treatment, goals for 2024, and
insights from his Goldman Sachs program.

4. Mention of Ramadan, fasting with diabetes, and upcoming events like a
diabetes legends basketball clinic in Dallas and Denver.

5. Call for mailbag submissions and updates on the podcast's content and
goals.

Key takeaways:

* Events like meetups and conferences provide valuable insights and
networking opportunities in the diabetes community.

* Access to technology, adherence to treatment, and automation play
crucial roles in improving diabetes management.

* Patient voices are essential in shaping decisions in diabetes care
and should be valued and compensated.

* Personal accountability and structured programs can aid in achieving
goals and personal growth.

* Fasting with diabetes during events like Ramadan can present unique
challenges, highlighting the importance of advanced diabetes
management systems.

* Engagement with the community through mailbag submissions and social
media interactions helps in sharing experiences and raising awareness
about diabetes.

00:00  Exciting Updates and Announcements for Diabetics Doing Things
Podcast
00:26  Exciting Diabetes Meetup Event Announcement and Thriveable
Partnership Details
03:38  March Madness, T1D Ballers, Clinical Trials, and ATTD Highlights: A
Recap of the Diabetes World
13:38  Empowering Patient Voices at International Diabetes Conferences
18:10  Struggles with Insulin Access, 2024 Goals, and Ramadan Observance: A
Personal Update
22:44  Exciting Updates on Diabetics Doing Things Events and Podcast
Content

Resources mentioned in this episode:

* Pax and Beneficia Spring Meetup 

* Thriveable

* DCB and Tide Pool Clinical Trial

* Rob’s Blog Post about ATTD

* Dr. Addala’s Episode on DDT

* #dedoc°

In this episode of Diabetics Doing Things, Rob goes solo to discuss various
upcoming events, including a diabetes meetup at Pax and Beneficia, where
there will be a pour-over class and discussions on automated insulin
delivery systems. He also delves into his experience at the Advanced
Technologies and Therapies for Diabetes (ATTD) conference in Florence,
highlighting key topics like access, adherence, and automation in diabetes
care. Rob also shares personal updates on his diabetes treatment, goals for
2024, and insights from his Goldman Sachs program. The episode concludes
with a quick discussion on Ramadan, upcoming events, and a call for mailbag
submissions.

Topics discussed:

1. Announcement of upcoming events, including a diabetes meetup at Pax
and Beneficia with a pour-over class and discussions on automated
insulin delivery systems.

2. Recap of Rob's experience at the ATTD conference in Florence,
focusing on access, adherence, and automation in diabetes care.

3. Personal updates on Rob's diabetes treatment, goals for 2024, and
insights from his Goldman Sachs program.

4. Mention of Ramadan, fasting with diabetes, and upcoming events like a
diabetes legends basketball clinic in Dallas and Denver.

5. Call for mailbag submissions and updates on the podcast's content and
goals.

Key takeaways:

* Events like meetups and conferences provide valuable insights and
networking opportunities in the diabetes community.

* Access to technology, adherence to treatment, and automation play
crucial roles in improving diabetes management.

* Patient voices are essential in shaping decisions in diabetes care
and should be valued and compensated.

* Personal accountability and structured programs can aid in achieving
goals and personal growth.

* Fasting with diabetes during events like Ramadan can present unique
challenges, highlighting the importance of advanced diabetes
management systems.

* Engagement with the community through mailbag submissions and social
media interactions helps in sharing experiences and raising awareness
about diabetes.

00:00  Exciting Updates and Announcements for Diabetics Doing Things
Podcast
00:26  Exciting Diabetes Meetup Event Announcement and Thriveable
Partnership Details
03:38  March Madness, T1D Ballers, Clinical Trials, and ATTD Highlights: A
Recap of the Diabetes World
13:38  Empowering Patient Voices at International Diabetes Conferences
18:10  Struggles with Insulin Access, 2024 Goals, and Ramadan Observance: A
Personal Update
22:44  Exciting Updates on Diabetics Doing Things Events and Podcast
Content

Resources mentioned in this episode:

* Pax and Beneficia Spring Meetup 

* Thriveable

* DCB and Tide Pool Clinical Trial

* Rob’s Blog Post about ATTD

* Dr. Addala’s Episode on DDT

* #dedoc°

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