August 14th Meeting: Dr. Robert Thomas on Kidneys

Don't miss the August 14th San Diego Insulin Pumpers ZOOM Meeting

WHEN: Monday, August 14th from 6:45 till 9:00 PM

TOPIC::Diabetes and Kidney Care

Dr. Robert Thomas​, Endocrinologist, MD and PhD

UCSD Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism

As always, significant others and any friends and family supporters are always welcome at the meeting.  Our meetings are held the 2nd Monday of every month.

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THIS MONTH: Dr. Robert Thomas​ will tell us how kidney function relates to diabetes care, along with information on ADA updates, GLP1, beta bionics, and the latest on hypoglycemia awareness options. This is a not-to-be-missed meeting so bring your questions! 

LAST MONTH: Samuel Ripp, Afrezza Territory Business Manager ,updated us on Afrezza use. To contact Samuel go to the Manufactures Page on our blog.

In addition to his contact information, you'll find the names and phone numbers of pharmacies that stock Afrezza. Most traditional pharmacies are not set up to handle Afrezza orders. Check with your insurance before placing an order. You'll also find information on getting started and help with insurance coverage. 

Medicare patients with Traditional Medicare will have a $35.00 copay the same as insulin in vials. For Medicare Advantage ,check your formulary for tier copay.

For helpful information scroll through https://afrezzaassist.com/helpful-resources/.

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San Diego Insulin Pumpers August 14th Zoom Meeting Access

‘Doors’ open at 6:45, meeting starts at 7 PM

Meeting ID: 854 9885 6699

Passcode: 220374

Using your computer, tablet or smartphone, click:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85498856699?pwd=OGpTcGg3ZDJyK2puSnFNV21CM0haQT09

Or one-tap dial in from a smartphone:

+16699006833,,85498856699#,,,,*220374# US (San Jose)

+13462487799,,85498856699#,,,,*220374# US (Houston)

Or dial in from any home or business phone (long distance charges may apply):

+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)

+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)

+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)

Meeting ID: 854 9885 6699#

Enter # for Participant ID if asked

Passcode: 220374#

If you need help setting up Zoom, Tom will be monitoring his email during the meeting and can walk you through any trouble spots.  Email him at NorthCountyDiabetesGroup@gmail.com .

WE also STRONGLY encourage you to review the free video tutorials on the Zoom website.  Once logged in, go to:  Zoom Help Center > Getting Started > Training OR go to Resources > Video Tutorials.  There you will find information about Zoom Meetings and Webinars.

Zoom Meeting Agenda

1. Introductions  We will have 2-3 minutes per person. We encourage you to write down and prioritize what you would like to say leaving out extraneous details: How you are coping, your stress levels, if you need supplies, etc.

2.  Tom will present his 2 minute tip

3.  Evening presentation

4.  After the presentation, if time permits, we will then answer questions brought up.  Because we have limited time, please limit your answers again to 3-5 minutes so we have enough time as some members have to leave at the stated end time.

Some members may be available after the meeting (like in person) so you can get more clarification then.

Zoom Meeting Etiquette

Be respectful of person speaking, we will MUTE those that interrupt! Side conversations can be held while someone is speaking via a text chat window. There is a feedback window on the https://sdinsulinpumpers.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=10bf3478ca168b1633b80832c&id=0937f52d37&e=41c11995d6 bar. Click on the Clap icon or Thumbs Up icon to give speaker feedback.  Depending on which method you use to join the meeting, the window may look different.

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Announcements

 ADA

Review the latest information presented at the 82nd American Diabetes Association Scientific Sessions  https://sdinsulinpumpers.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=10bf3478ca168b1633b80832c&id=e32637fda3&e=41c11995d6.

JDRF

Visit the JDRF Virtual Sessions about new developments and Hypoglycemic Unawareness at https://sdinsulinpumpers.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=10bf3478ca168b1633b80832c&id=0ae36ffae0&e=41c11995d6.

TCOYD

TCOYD (Taking Control Of Your Diabetes) transforms the way people live with and manage diabetes through the best live conferences, programs, and events.

• In-Person One Conference August 18-20, 2023 at the Paradise Point Resort. Registration is now open! Registration cost is $250.00.  This event is limited to 500 attendees and will sell out. Tickets are still available!

• Sign up on TCOYD.org for their new Video Drop AP ( Advanced Placement Sessions). TCOYD will email you these sessions to watch at your convenience. They frequently drop new videos, so check it out!

• You'll find a wealth of diabetes and pumping information on the TCOYD website on the Online Resources page under Video Vault at this address: https://sdinsulinpumpers.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=10bf3478ca168b1633b80832c&id=c7c2c732ee&e=41c11995d6.

• Dr. Edelman and Dr. Pettus have put up many videos to help you improve your blood sugars or help you cope with diabetes. They also have videos from previous online conferences. Whatever your question, you will probably find a video that addresses it.

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2023 Pumper Programs

8/14  Dr. Robert Thomas Endocrinologist

9/11   ONE Conference Highlights

10/9   2024 Medicare Insurance plan review with Kim Wetzel

11/13  Tandem Pumps

12/11  Holiday Dinner at the Mission Valley Mimis Cafe

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Upcoming Events

• TCOYD In-Person One Conference August 18-20, 2023 at Paradise Point Resort. Registration is open; the cost is $250.00

• Please let us know of upcoming Zoom meetings or forums so we can include them in upcoming newsletters.  Distance doesn't matter.  If you think we can get helpful, knowledgeable, factual information,  let us know!

Stay tuned for a list of upcoming events as they are announced.

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