Beyond the Bolus - Diabetes Technology Education for Healthcare Providers

Insulet, Maker of Omnipod

Brought to you by the makers of Omnipod, Beyond the Bolus explores topics beyond the basics of diabetes management and takes a closer look at the treatment and care of diabetes through the unique perspectives and great minds of people within the diabetes community. Hosted by Dena Gottesman MS, RD, CDCES and Nancy Hanna RN, BSN, CDE, this dynamic duo brings forth their passion for serving patients with diabetes and their curiosity to learn to the series. The episodes will include conversations on visions for the future of diabetes care and technology, practical tips for building a care team, compelling clinical data and more!

  1. 22 APR

    The Benefits of Insulet’s Pod Recycling Program

    How do you make diabetes care more sustainable? We’re addressing patient concerns regarding medical waste, enhancing the sustainability profile of the practice's treatment recommendations, and fostering higher patient satisfaction with the Insulet’s Pod Recycling Program. Hosts Dena Gottesman MS, RD, CDCES and Nancy Hanna RN, BSN, CDE are joined by Lisa Brady, Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer at Insulet, to explore how the company is tackling one of the biggest challenges in diabetes technology – waste. Lisa walks through Insulet’s Pod recycling program, which has now expanded across the United States. Omnipod® 5 users can request a simple, accessible return kit, which can hold up to 6 months' worth of Pods. Once returned, Lisa explains the decontamination process and how batteries, plastics and metals are repurposed. This global diabetes tech recycling program is the first of many sustainability initiatives enabling Insulet to take a more active role in reducing environmental impact without increasing the burden of daily diabetes care. • 01:22 – The core pillars of Insulet’s sustainability strategy• 03:49 – A step-by-step breakdown of the recycling program• 05:06 –Why Pod recycling matters to customers and the community• 09:51 – What’s next: expansion, future access, and sustainability goals--How do medical devices like Omnipod 5 improve the lives of people living with diabetes? How can Healthcare Professionals implement Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin Delivery (AID) Systems in practice? Beyond the Bolus is a US-based diabetes education podcast for healthcare professionals who care for people living with type 1 (t1d) and type 2 diabetes (t2d). Hosted by Insulet’s Clincial Services Mangers, Nancy Hanna RN, BSN, CDE, and Dena Gottesman MS, RD, CDCES, this dynamic duo care deeply about helping healthcare professionals (HCP)’s and patients simplify life with diabetes. Episodes cover a range of topics such as, how to get started with Omnipod 5 to ongoing care management, helping HCPs make patient conversations more efficient and effective. Beyond the Bolus also dives into the latest clinical research and data with prominent diabetes experts from across the globe who share real-world experiences and offer insights into what the future of diabetes care could look like with technology like Omnipod 5. The Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System is a single hormone insulin delivery system intended to deliver U-100 insulin subcutaneously for the management of type 1 diabetes in persons aged 2 and older and type 2 diabetes in persons aged 18 and older. Rx only. WARNING: Do not use SmartAdjust™ technology for people under the age of 2 or who require less than 5 U of insulin per day. Visit omnipod.com/safety for complete safety information. © 2026 Insulet Corporation. All rights reserved.

    15 min

  2. 25 FEB

    A Clinician Love Letter to Omnipod® 5

    Hosted by Nancy Hanna and Dena Gottesman In this special Valentine’s-month episode of Beyond the Bolus, hosts Nancy Hanna and Dena Gottesman share a clinician “love letter” to the Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System — highlighting the real-world moments, patient stories, and everyday features that healthcare providers value most. Through firsthand perspectives from clinicians who both prescribe and personally use Omnipod 5, this episode explores how automated insulin delivery is changing diabetes care. Guests share why personalization matters, how tubeless design can improve adoption, and how small features (from Custom Foods to real-time data access) can make a meaningful difference in daily diabetes management.

    12 min

  3. 6 JAN

    Exercising with AID Systems: Practical Tips for Planned and Unplanned Activity with Dr. Desi Zaharieva

    In this special ADA 2025 edition of Beyond the Bolus, host Nancy Hanna sits down with Dr Dessi Zaharieva to talk about the most challenging aspects of diabetes management - Exercise. In this episode, Dr Zaharieva breaks down key takeaways from her co-authored international consensus statement on using automated insulin delivery (AID) systems during physical activity. Topics covered included how to manage planned VS unplanned exercise using AID systems, why setting a higher glucose target 1-2 hours before physical activity makes a difference and the importance of a strategic approach to carbs to help prevent hypoglycaemia. Whether you’re supporting patients in the clinic or helping them prepare for spontaneous workouts, this conversation offers evidence-based, real-world strategies to make exercise safer, simpler, and more enjoyable for people living with diabetes.

    13 min

  4. 02/12/2025

    Expanding Access to AID with Omnipod® 5 (featuring. Dr. Grazia Aleppo)

    This episode features Dr. Aleppo, an endocrinologist, who has a commercial relationship with Insulet and was compensated for her participation in the podcast.    Dr. Grazia Aleppo returns to Beyond the Bolus to share her insights from ADA 2025 and beyond. In this engaging conversation, Dr. Aleppo discusses the evolution of automated insulin delivery (AID) systems, the RADIANT and SECURE-T2D clinical trials, and why Omnipod® 5 is changing the game for people with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. From helping patients to overcome fears of hypoglycemia to simplifying care, Dr. Aleppo emphasizes the importance of challenging outdated assumptions about who benefits from AID and underscores the need for simple, more adaptable solutions for every patient.

    31 min

  5. 19/11/2025

    Tech, teens, and type 1 diabetes (featuring Dr. Dan DeSalvo)

    This episode features Dr. DeSalvo, a pediatric endocrinologist, who has a commercial relationship with Insulet and was compensated for his participation in the podcast. In this episode of Beyond the Bolus, Dr. Daniel DeSalvo shares his experience caring for teens with type 1 diabetes - and why this population deserves more credit than they often get. From navigating diabetes distress to celebrating wins in the classroom, on the field, and in the orchestra pit, Dr. DeSalvo highlights how Omnipod® 5 can help shift diabetes from the foreground to the background. With practical tips for system optimization and heartfelt stories of transformation, this episode is a must-listen for anyone caring for teens with type 1 diabetes.

    29 min

  6. 02/10/2025

    From start to success: Real-world tips for optimization with Omnipod® 5

    In this special ADA 2025 edition of Beyond the Bolus, hosts Nancy Hanna and Cindy Pickering sit down with Cari Berget, RN, CDCES from the Barbara Davis Center, to unpack the newly published paper, Practical considerations for using the Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System: Clinical experience from the United States and Europe. Drawing on years of real-world experience, Cari shares evidence-backed strategies to start patients on AID confidently, optimize settings, personalize targets, and simplify bolusing - even without perfect carb counting. From pediatrics to older adult care, this episode is packed with actionable tips, memorable vignettes, and key takeaways to support success with Omnipod 5 across diverse patient populations.

    47 min

  7. 29/07/2025

    The best is yet to come: Easing the burden of diabetes for peds with Omnipod 5 (featuring Dr. Kathy Sumpter)

    In this heartfelt and insightful episode of Beyond the Bolus, hosts Nancy Hanna and Dena Gottesman sit down with Dr. Kathy Sumpter, a pediatric endocrinologist who brings a unique dual perspective as both a healthcare provider and someone living with type 1 diabetes. Diagnosed at age 20, Dr. Sumpter shares her personal journey and how it shaped her mission to support children and teens navigating diabetes. Together, they explore the evolution of diabetes technology, the transformative impact of the Omnipod 5 system, and how it helps families manage diabetes more confidently, from toddlers to teens. Dr. Sumpter offers practical advice for clinicians, discusses the emotional realities of diabetes care, and emphasizes the importance of meeting families where they are. Whether you're a healthcare provider, caregiver, or someone living with diabetes, this episode is packed with empathy, expertise, and inspiration.

    30 min

  8. 16/07/2025

    Real-world impact of Omnipod® 5 in type 2 diabetes (featuring. Kellee Miller & Jennifer Boyd)

    In this special ADA 2025 edition of Beyond the Bolus, host Nancy sits down with Kellee Miller and Jennifer Boyd from Insulet’s Medical Affairs team to discuss groundbreaking data on the Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System in people with type 2 diabetes. From real-world evidence across 23,000+ users to insights on insulin dosing, quality of life, and optimized settings, this episode dives deep into how Omnipod 5 is transforming diabetes care. Whether you're a prescriber, educator, or caring for someone living with diabetes, this conversation offers valuable takeaways on the future of AID technology.

    14 min
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Brought to you by the makers of Omnipod, Beyond the Bolus explores topics beyond the basics of diabetes management and takes a closer look at the treatment and care of diabetes through the unique perspectives and great minds of people within the diabetes community. Hosted by Dena Gottesman MS, RD, CDCES and Nancy Hanna RN, BSN, CDE, this dynamic duo brings forth their passion for serving patients with diabetes and their curiosity to learn to the series. The episodes will include conversations on visions for the future of diabetes care and technology, practical tips for building a care team, compelling clinical data and more!

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