Diabetech - Diabetes Tech, Research, News

Justin Eastzer
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We cover diabetes technology, news, research, and management tips through expert interviews and people with diabetes who use the tech. We cover all the insulin pump and continuous glucose monitor (CGM) updates, patient stories and news from every diabetes conference.

  1. 23H AGO

    ATTD 2026: Biggest Diabetes Tech News Roundup

    I spoke with endocrinologist and diabetes tech expert Dr. David Ahn at the ATTD conference about the biggest breakthroughs shaping the future of diabetes management, including the rapid progress toward fully closed-loop insulin delivery systems. We explored how companies like MiniMed, CamAPS, and Omnipod are advancing automation that reduces carb counting, minimizes manual bolusing, and improves time-in-range outcomes. We also discussed emerging topics such as GLP-1 therapies for type 1 diabetes, AI-powered diabetes tools, and continuous glucose-plus-ketone monitoring aimed at preventing diabetic ketoacidosis. We shared key takeaways from ATTD and what these innovations mean for reducing daily diabetes burden while moving closer to a true artificial pancreas.    Learn about Omnipod 5 (today's sponsor)*   Learn about the Eversense 365 CGM   Follow Diabetech: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook | Threads   Join the Diabetech Newsletter   Follow David's channels: https://www.instagram.com/ahncall | https://www.tiktok.com/@diabetesdoc | https://x.com/AhnCall   DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to your health care.    *10-day trial eligibility may vary. Full terms and conditions apply. Visit omnipod.com/diabetech for clinical disclaimers, terms and important safety information. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Omnipod 5 Controller is not waterproof.

    38 min

  2. MAR 16

    The Road to a T1D Cure - Inside the Islet Cell Act & Eledon Trial

    I spoke with journalist and cure expert Ginger Vieira to unpack major developments including stem-cell therapies, donor islet cell transplants, and the growing debate around the Islet Cell Act currently stalled in U.S. Congress. We examine why promising results from trials like Eledon's still face challenges around safety, scalability, and immunosuppression despite exciting early outcomes and break down the latest breakthroughs in type 1 diabetes cure research, exploring new clinical trials that are bringing some patients closer to insulin independence.   Learn about Omnipod 5 (today's sponsor)*   Learn about the Eversense 365 CGM   Join the Diabetech Newsletter   Follow Diabetech: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook | Threads   The Diabetes Nerd Network   DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to your health care.    *10-day trial eligibility may vary. Full terms and conditions apply. Visit omnipod.com/diabetech for clinical disclaimers, terms and important safety information. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Omnipod 5 Controller is not waterproof.

    1 hr

  3. MAR 9

    Detained by ICE and Denied Insulin for Days - She Shares Her Story

    I sit down with Hanne Engan to discuss her experience being detained by ICE during what was supposed to be a routine U.S. green card interview. We unpack how immigration enforcement policies intersected with a life-threatening medical crisis when Hana—who has type 1 diabetes—was denied critical insulin and medical care inside an immigration detention center. Through her firsthand account, we explore the realities of visa overstays, ICE detention practices, and the human impact of immigration policy in the U.S. This powerful conversation sheds light on medical neglect in detention facilities and raises urgent questions about immigrant rights, healthcare access, and accountability.   Donate to Hanne's GoFundMe   Learn about Omnipod 5 (today's sponsor)*   Learn about the Eversense 365 CGM   Join the Diabetech Newsletter   Follow Diabetech: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook | Threads   Sources: The Lever | Austin Kocher | Washington Post   DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to your health care.    *10-day trial eligibility may vary. Full terms and conditions apply. Visit omnipod.com/diabetech for clinical disclaimers, terms and important safety information. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Omnipod 5 Controller is not waterproof.

    51 min

  4. MAR 2

    How to Optimize Your Insulin for Better Time in Range - ODT

    Gary and I break down why insulin doesn’t always work the way we expect—whether it’s absorption issues, site problems, heat exposure, stress, hormones, illness, or exercise. We talk about how automated insulin delivery systems are only as good as the insulin actually getting into your body, and why fixing efficacy often matters more than changing your settings. Gary shares practical strategies for improving absorption, rotating sites effectively, and troubleshooting those “stubborn” highs that won’t come down. We also cover how things like scar tissue, steroid medications, and daily stress can quietly impact insulin sensitivity. If you’ve ever wondered why your numbers feel unpredictable, this episode will help you identify what to adjust before blaming your pump or algorithm.   Learn about Omnipod 5 (today's sponsor)*   Learn about the Eversense 365 CGM   Learn About Integrated Diabetes (Gary’s Practice)   Send in YOUR questions about Mealtime Insulin   Join the Diabetech Newsletter   Follow Diabetech: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook | Threads   DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to your health care.    *10-day trial eligibility may vary. Full terms and conditions apply. Visit omnipod.com/diabetech for clinical disclaimers, terms and important safety information. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Omnipod 5 Controller is not waterproof.

    58 min

  5. FEB 23

    Inside Patient #1’s Islet Transplant Without Immunosuppression

    I speak with the first patient in a groundbreaking type 1 diabetes cure research trial using encapsulated neonatal pig islet cells—without immunosuppression. Six months after his transplant through the OPF-310 study led by Otsuka Pharmaceutical and University of Illinois Chicago, Michael Revland's insulin needs have been cut in half as the cells have begun maturing and producing insulin. We dive into how this porcine islet cell transplant works, why it differs from stem cell and donor islet trials, and the risks and rewards of pursuing insulin independence. He also shares why he declined an immunosuppression-based transplant study and the emotional highs and lows of being patient number one.   Learn about the Eversense 365 CGM   Learn about Omnipod 5 (today's sponsor)*   Join the Diabetech Newsletter   Follow Diabetech: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook | Threads   DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to your health care.    *10-day trial eligibility may vary. Full terms and conditions apply. Visit omnipod.com/diabetech for clinical disclaimers, terms and important safety information. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Omnipod 5 Controller is not waterproof.

    1h 35m

  6. FEB 16

    Inside the FDA: Clearances, Recalls & Today’s Politics

    I’m joined by Naomi Schwartz, former FDA diabetes reviewer and VP of regulatory strategy at Medcrypt, who shares firsthand insight into how device classifications, De Novo pathways, and FDA warning letters work. We break down why the FDA can feel like a barrier to innovation, how DIY diabetes tech and cybersecurity risks are evaluated, and the difference between wellness devices and regulated medical devices. We examine recent workforce disruptions from DOGE and political pressure—and what all of this means for the future of med tech innovation and patient safety.   Learn about the Eversense 365 CGM   Learn about Omnipod 5 (today's sponsor)*   Join the Diabetech Newsletter   Follow Diabetech: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook | Threads   DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to your health care.    *10-day trial eligibility may vary. Full terms and conditions apply. Visit omnipod.com/diabetech for clinical disclaimers, terms and important safety information. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Omnipod 5 Controller is not waterproof.

    56 min

  7. FEB 9

    This Implantable Artificial Pancreas Could Change Diabetes Care

    I speak with Portal Diabetes about how its next-generation implantable pump could bring this technology back—smaller, smarter, and potentially fully closed loop using CGM data. Because insulin is delivered into the intraperitoneal cavity, it acts far faster and clears the body quicker than subcutaneous insulin, which could mean fewer highs and lows and far more spontaneity. I ask them how the pump works, what the surgery and refills look like, and what real users have shared about living with an implantable pump. We even do a live demo—so if you want to see it in action, check out the video on YouTube or clips on my social channels.   Learn about the Eversense 365 CGM   Learn about Omnipod 5 (today's sponsor)*   Join the Diabetech Newsletter   Follow Diabetech: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook | Threads   DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to your health care.    *10-day trial eligibility may vary. Full terms and conditions apply. Visit omnipod.com/diabetech for clinical disclaimers, terms and important safety information. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Omnipod 5 Controller is not waterproof.

    1h 2m

  8. FEB 2

    How to Use Your Data for Optimal Diabetes Control - ODT

    Gary and I take on one of the most important skills in modern diabetes management: understanding and using your data. We break down how to analyze CGM and pump data to identify patterns, trends, and problem areas without getting overwhelmed by numbers. The conversation covers basal insulin, bolus timing, insulin to carb ratios, correction factors, and what metrics like time in range and glucose variability actually tell you about your settings. We also discuss when to make adjustments on your own and when to involve a diabetes educator.   Learn about the Eversense 365 CGM   Learn about Omnipod 5 (today's sponsor)*   Learn About Integrated Diabetes (Gary’s Practice)   Send in YOUR questions!   Join the Diabetech Newsletter   Follow Diabetech: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook | Threads   DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to your health care.    *10-day trial eligibility may vary. Full terms and conditions apply. Visit omnipod.com/diabetech for clinical disclaimers, terms and important safety information. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Omnipod 5 Controller is not waterproof.

    58 min
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We cover diabetes technology, news, research, and management tips through expert interviews and people with diabetes who use the tech. We cover all the insulin pump and continuous glucose monitor (CGM) updates, patient stories and news from every diabetes conference.

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