Saturday, September 25, 2021

Tandem Support Classes

Tandem Support Classes

1. Optimize Your Therapy: Tandem CIQ + Dexcom G6

Please join us to learn tips and best practices for getting the most out of your diabetes technology.

When: Last Tuesday of each month from 5-6 pm, PST

Register in advance for the meeting at the link below.

https://tandemdiabetes.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIqcuqopjwuE9yyQ8lLlcZBwzFH2lfR08M-


2. SoCal Virtual Office Hours

Learn how to understand your t:connect reports and optimize CIQ settings by your local Tandem team.

When: 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month from 12-1 pm, PST

If unable to access links, email kward@tandemdiabetes.com to send link.

https://tandemdiabetes.zoom.us/j/95143591785?pwd=ZUdtbVJoRVo1b1J1bktKS3N0ZjlSUT09


3. National Virtual Training Hours  

Join us for a free online session featuring tips and tricks on how to optimize your experience on the t:slim X2™ insulin pump with Control IQ® technology.

When: Every Tuesday at 3pm, PST

Sign in at time of class at the link below.

https://www.tandemdiabetes.com/contact-us/virtual-training-hour


More information:

Kristy Castillo, RN, CDCES  •  Tandem Clinical Diabetes Specialist
11075 Roselle Street, San Diego CA 92121  •  Phone: +1 (781) 484-3707
Email: kcastillo@tandemdiabetes.com

Thursday, September 2, 2021

September 13th Meeting: Tandem Pumps

San Diego Insulin Pumpers

Mutual Support - General Discussion - Expert Speakers

All pumpers, companions, and friends welcome!

Don't miss the September 13th meeting of the San Diego Insulin Pumpers via ZOOM!

WHAT:  September 13th meeting

WHEN: Monday, September 13th from 6:45 till 9:00pm

TOPIC: Tandem Pumps

THIS MONTH: Tandem Pump Rep Kerri Orr and Kristy Castillo Pump Trainer, RN, CDE. Kristy will go over the advanced features and how to get the most out of Control IQ. Bring your questions!

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Last Month

Open Discussion was a lively exchange on insulin brand preferences and insurance challenges. In addition to complaining to your insurance company when you have an issue regarding a doctor or the health insurance company, you can also file a complaint with the California Department of Health Care.

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How to Connect to Zoom

San Diego Insulin Pumpers September 13 Meeting on Zoom

‘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://sdinsulinpumpers.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=10bf3478ca168b1633b80832c&id=6e4484e6d3&e=7210f09b7c

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#

An audio only option will be available.

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.

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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 stay after the meeting so you can get more clarification.

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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 bottom 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.

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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Announcements

The TCOYD website has a wealth of Diabetes and Pumping information on the page Video Vault: https://sdinsulinpumpers.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=10bf3478ca168b1633b80832c&id=2a82eeb907&e=7210f09b7c. Dr. Edelman and Dr. Pettus have put up several new videos to help you improve your blood sugars.  Whatever your question, you will probably find a video that addresses it.

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!

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2021 Pumper Programs

9/13/2021 Tandem Pumps

10/11/2021 Dexcom

11/8/2021 Open Discussion

Future Pump Club meetings will be via ZOOM until further notice.

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Upcoming Events

The TCOYD 2021 Conference dates are 12/11.

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Caution: Phony Website

Googling “san diego insulin pumpers” gets you several hits with a fake name.

• Valid: www.sdinsulinpumpers.blogspot.com

• FAKE: www.sdinsulinpumpers.com

The fake site hijacked our name and contains old content lifted from our site.  Don't give them any information!! Before going to a site, first check for our valid name, or better yet, bookmark our site.

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