May 13th Meeting: Open Discussion

 Hello Fellow Pumpers!

Join us for the Monday May 13th In-person/ Zoom hybrid meeting. 

For those who are unable to attend in person, please join us via Zoom. The meeting link is posted below. The meeting will be held at the Sharp Spectrum Building in Kearny Mesa. 

Join us via Zoom or in-0person at 8695 Spectrum Center Dr from 7-9 pm. We will meet in the boardroom off the main lobby. The room will open at 6:30 pm for visiting before the meeting. 

The main entrance is locked at 6 pm so security will buzz us in through the side door off the lobby.

As always, significant others, 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: Open Discussion: Bring your concerns and questions! 

LAST MONTH: Conner Mariani, Territory Manager for Insulet/Omnipod, presented Omnipod updates. Omnipods are a pharmacy benefit so it's possible to order and try them out without impacting your tubed pump and supply orders. The Omnipod Dash does not  partner with any sensor products and can be used for looping. The Omnipod 5 is currently approved for use with Libre sensors. 

Approval to use Omnipod with a Dexcom 7 sensor is expected later this year. Omnipod currently has an Android phone app, while an iPhone app may be available by the end of the year. Contact information for Connor and Adriana Valencia, Clinical Trainer, and training information is posted on our Pump Club blog (sdinsulinpumpers.blogspot.com) on the Omnipod manufacturer page.

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Supplies Donation Policy

We have implemented a Donation Policy due to the increase in supplies being brought to the meetings. 

As of the May meeting, please email Margi at margit7@att.net with a list of the items you wish to share with the group. 

The list must be received before the 28th of the previous month so it can be included in the newsletter. Interested Pumpers can contact me to request supplies. Please include the brand, model information, and expiration date. You will need to bring your items to the meeting or interested pumpers can email me and I will pass on their request to you. Any supplies remaining at the end of the meeting must go home with you; they can be included in the next month's newsletter.

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Zoom Instructions

San Diego Insulin Pumpers May 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://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#

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Announcements

Donated Pump and Sensor Supplies Available 

This is an opportunity to add to your emergency supplies. We have 2 boxes of Tandem pump Varisoft infusion sets, 5 boxes of AutoSoft 30 infusion sets, 5 boxes of Guardian 3 sensors, 3 boxes of 10 Dash Pods, several boxes of Omnipod 5 pods, 3 pod controllers, and a large bag of 300 mm syringes and needles for filling cartridges. 

Contact Margi if you would like any of the supplies at margit7@att.com. We also have swag bags from the 2023 TCOYD One conference and a box of men's and women's TCOYD T-shirts.

Sharps Disposal

California has a state program to dispose of your sharps. Visit SharpsTakeBackCalifornia.org > Select "Order A Sharps Mail-Back Package" > Click Submit. This is a free program. For information visit SharpsTakeBackCalifornos.org or call 844-482-5322.

Diabetes Net

John Walsh plans to release the 7th edition of his Pumping Insulin book this fall. Visit his website (http://www.diabetesnet.com) for updates on the book release. John will speak to the Pump Club in 2024.

JDRF

Visit the JDRF Virtual Sessions about new developments and Hypoglycemic Unawareness at https://sdinsulinpumpers.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=10bf3478ca168b1633b80832c&id=c666201218&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.

• 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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Future 2024 Pumper Meetings

13 May     Open Discussion

10 June     TBA  

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Upcoming Events

 SAVE THE DATES!

• DYF Youth and Adult summer camp programs  Sequoia Details on their page on our blog

• TCOYD One Conference August 16-18th  Registration is now open! Cost is $200.00 until May 30th .After that, registration will cost $250.00.

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April 8th Meeting: Omnipod Updates

 Hello Fellow Pumpers!

Join us for the Monday, April 8th, In person/Zoom hybrid meeting.

In Person: The meeting will be held at the Sharp Spectrum Building in Kearny Mesa at 8695 Spectrum Center Drive from 7-9 pm. We will meet in the boardroom off the main lobby. The room will be open at 6:30 pm for visiting before the meeting. The main entrance is locked at 6 pm so security will buzz us in through the side door off the lobby . 

Via Zoom: For those who are unable to attend in person please join us via Zoom. The meeting link is posted below.

As always, significant others, 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: Conner Mariani, Territory Manager for Insulet/Omnipod will present Omnipod updates. Conner will join us in person. Bring your questions!

LAST MONTH: Rebecca Ponchetti, Tandem Clinical Diabetes Specialist and Type 1, spoke to us about the G7 software upgrade and the Mobi pump. Tandem t:slim X2 Pumps now partner with the Dexcom G6/G7 sensors and the Libre 2 sensor. The t:slim latest software upgrade includes a timer feature for exercise activity.

Helpful tip for using the G7 sensor: When a G7 sensor session "ends" you have a 12-hour grace period before it actually stops reading glucose values. This grace period lets you apply a new G7 sensor as soon as possible but not activate it. The new sensor will "warm up" and learn your blood sugars. Then, when the first sensor's 12-hour grace period ends, you activate the second sensor. The new G7 sensor, having warmed up, will immediately begin reporting your blood sugars. You will have eliminated the interval where you have no readings.

The Mobi pump is currently available with an IOS operating system through an iPhone. You can either wear the Mobi pump in a sleeve attached to your body with five inches of tubing, or with longer tubing in a case on your belt or in a pocket. The Mobi cartridge holds 200 units. Check out the Tandem page on our blog for links to Tandem resources and classes.

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Zoom Instructions

San Diego Insulin Pumpers April 8th Meeting on Zoom

(‘Doors’ open at 6:45 pm, 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#

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Announcements

Donated Pump Supplies Available

We still have a supply of Pump and Sensor supplies. This is an opportunity to add to your emergency supplies.  There are 7 boxes of Tandem Pump Varisoft Infusion sets. There are 3 boxes of Guardian 3 sensors. Also several boxes of Omni Pods5 pods. Plus a large bag of 300mm syringes and needles for filling cartridges. Contact Margi if you would like any of the supplies at margit7@att.com. We also have swag bags from the 2023 TCOYD One conference and a box of men's and women's TCOYD T-shirts.

Diabetes Net

John Walsh plans to release the 7th edition of his Pumping Insulin book this fall. Visit his website for updates on the book release at http://www.diabetesnet.com. John will speak to the Pump Club in 2024.

JDRF

Visit the JDRF Virtual Sessions about new developments and Hypoglycemic Unawareness at https://sdinsulinpumpers.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=10bf3478ca168b1633b80832c&id=c666201218&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.

• 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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Future 2024 Pumper Programs

13 May    Open Discussion  

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Upcoming Events

 SAVE THE DATES!

• DYF Youth and Adult summer camp programs, Sequoia. See details on their page on our blog.

• COYD May 4th Virtual Conference: A New Hope for Life with Diabetes!

   May the 4th Be With You starts at 9 am. Registration is now open.

• TCOYD One Conference August 16-18th. Registration is now open.

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March 11th Meeting: Tandem G7 SW Upgrade and the Mobi Pump

Hello Fellow Pumpers!

Please join us for our Monday, March 11th, in-person/Zoom hybrid meeting.

In Person: Our meeting will be held at the Sharp Spectrum Building in Kearny Mesa at 8695 Spectrum Center Drive from 7-9 pm.

For this meeting only, we will meet in room 326 on the 3rd floor. The room seats 25 and will be open at 6:30 pm for visiting before the meeting. The main entrance is locked at 6 pm so security will buzz us in through the side door off the lobby and give us access to the elevator. .

Via Zoom: For those unable to attend in person, please join us via Zoom. The meeting link is posted below. 

As always, significant others, 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: Rebecca Ponchetti, Tandem Clinical Diabetes Specialist and Type 1, will speak to us about the G7 software upgrade and the Mobi. Rebecca will join us in person. Bring your questions!

LAST MONTH; Our open discussions included insurance companies limiting our Insulin options. Educate your doctors on why your preferred insulin is best for you and request a prior authorization for your preferred insulin. If you are on Medicare, you can still switch Advantage plans to access a preferred insulin through March.

TCOYD blog programs sign up on tcoyd.org to receive emails with the new blog topics each month. 

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Zoom Instructions

San Diego Insulin Pumpers March 11 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://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#

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Announcements

Donated Pump Supplies Available

We still have a large supply of Tandem Pump supplies  This is an opportunity to add to your emergency supplies.  There are 9 boxes of Tandem Pump Varisoft Infusion sets and 2 boxes of Tandem AutoSoft 90 Infusion sets. There is 3 boxes of Guardian 3 sensors. Plus a large bag of 300mm syringes and needles for filling cartridges. Contact margi if you would like any of the supplies at margit7@att.com..

ADA Conference

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.

Diabetes Net

John Walsh plans to release the 7th edition of his Pumping Insulin book this fall. Visit his website for updates on the book release at http://www.diabetesnet.com. John will speak to the Pump Club in 2024.

JDRF

Visit the JDRF Virtual Sessions about new developments and Hypoglycemic Unawareness at https://sdinsulinpumpers.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=10bf3478ca168b1633b80832c&id=c666201218&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.

• 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!

• Dr Jeremy Pettus and  the Altman Clinical and Translational Research Institute (ACTRI)are looking for participants for future clinical studies. Check out the YouTube video by Dr. Pettus and the below link to add your name to the Study registry.

• Link for the UC San Diego Clinical Diabetes Research Group:

https://my.ctri.ucsd.edu/surveys/?s=PML4MTXELWYL74KY

• 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.

____________________________________

Future 2024 Pumper Programs

8  April     Omni Pod Pump Update w/ Conner Mariani

13 May    Open Discussion  

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Upcoming Events

SAVE THE DATES!

• DYF Youth and Adult summer camp programs  Sequoia Details on their page on our blog

• TCOYD One Conference August 16-18th 

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February 12th Meeting: Open Discussion

 Hello Fellow Pumpers!

Please join us for our  Monday, February 12th meeting.

In Person: The meeting will be held from 7-9 pm at the Sharp Spectrum Building in Kearny Mesa at 8695 Spectrum Center Drive. We'll meet in the Board Room off the lobby.

The room will be open at 6:30 pm for visiting before the meeting. The main entrance is locked at 6 pm so security will buzz us in through the side door off the lobby. The board room has been totally remodeled with new technology updates.

Via Zoom: For those unable to attend in person, please join us via Zoom. The meeting link is posted below.

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

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THIS MONTH: Open Discussion. Bring your topics and any concerns you want to discuss.

LAST MONTH; Luke Bailey, Medtronic Pump Territory Manager, spoke to us about the new 780G Pump. For those using the 770 pump a software upgrade is available.. 

You can operate the 880 with an Apple watch or with the Mini Med App. Guardian 4 sensors do not need finger sticks to calibrate and there are fewer alerts. The 770 has an auto correction dose feature if you forget to bolus for a meal. You can trade in your Guardian 3 sensors for Guardian 4 sensors (if under warranty). The pump has a 300 unit reservoir. It also has a filter in the infusion set that filters out insulin crystals to extend the infusion set's life. Medtronic has improved the adhesive. They have three lengths of tubing available. The pump uses AA batteries.

Alkaline batteries last about 2 1/2 weeks; lithium lasts about four weeks. The pump is approved for ages 14 and up. Check out the Mini Med page on our pump club blog for more information.

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Zoom Instructions

San Diego Insulin Pumpers February 12 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://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#

____________________________________

Announcements

Donated Pump Supplies Available

We still have a large supply of Tandem Pump supplies  This is an opportunity to add to your emergency supplies.  We have 9 boxes of Tandem Pump Varisoft Infusion sets, 2 boxes of Tandem AutoSoft 90 Infusion sets, 3 boxes of Guardian 3 sensors, and a large bag of 300 mm syringes with needles for filling cartridges. Contact margi at margit7@att.com if you would like any of the supplies..

ADA Conference

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.

Diabetes Net

John Walsh plans to release the 7th edition of his Pumping Insulin book this fall. Visit his website for updates on the book release at http://www.diabetesnet.com. John will speak to the Pump Club in 2024.

JDRF

Visit the JDRF Virtual Sessions about new developments and Hypoglycemic Unawareness at https://sdinsulinpumpers.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=10bf3478ca168b1633b80832c&id=c666201218&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.

• 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!

• Dr Jeremy Pettus and  the Altman Clinical and Translational Research Institute (ACTRI)are looking for participants for future clinical studies. Check out the YouTube video by Dr. Pettus and the below link to add your name to the Study registry.

• Link for the UC San Diego Clinical Diabetes Research Group:

https://my.ctri.ucsd.edu/surveys/?s=PML4MTXELWYL74KY

• 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 created 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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Future 2024 Pumper Programs

12 Feb         Open Discussion

11 March     Tandem Pump Software Update with Rachael Ponchetti

8  April        Omni Pod Pump Update w/ Conner Mariani

13 May        Open Discussion  

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Upcoming Events

 SAVE THE DATE!

TCOYD One Conference: August 16-18th 

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January 8th Meeting: In-Person & Zoom: Luke Bailey Introduces the New Medtronic 780G Pump

Happy 2024 Pump Club Members!

On Monday, January 8th, we will hold our first In-person/ Zoom hybrid meeting. It will be exciting to meet in person after almost 4 years of just meeting via Zoom!

In Person: The meeting will be held at the Sharp Spectrum Building in Kearny Mesa. Join us at 8695 Spectrum Center Drive from 7-9 pm in the Board Room off the lobby. 

The room will be open at 6:30 pm for visiting before the meeting. The main entrance is locked at 6 pm so security will buzz us in through the side door off the lobby. The board room has been totally remodeled with new technology updates.

Via Zoom: If you can't attend in person, please join us via Zoom. The meeting link is posted below.

As always, significant others, friends, and family supporters are always welcome!  We hold our meetings the 2nd Monday of every month.

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THIS MONTH: Luke Bailey, Medtronic Pump Territory Manager, will speak to us about the new 780G Pump. Bring your questions! 

We will also have TCOYD swag bags and tee shirts along with the insulin and pump supplies listed below under Announcements.

LAST MONTHL:  We had 17 pumpers and spouses attend the Holiday Dinner at Mimi's Café. A good time was had by all and many went home with TCOYD One conference swag bags along with TCOYD conference tee shirts and pump supplies. 

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Zoom Instructions

San Diego Insulin Pumpers January 8th, 2024 Hybrid Zoom Meetings will start at 7PM (entry starts at 6:45pm)

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#

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Announcements

Zoom Microphone

The Pump Club is still in need of financial donations to purchase the conference room microphone to interface with the Spectrum meeting room for our hybrid Zoom meetings. 

Tom has purchased the microphone. The cost was $85.00 Contact Margi margit7@att.net to donate.

Pump Supplies Available

This is an opportunity to add to your emergency supplies.

We still have a large supply of Tandem Pump supplies along with Omni Pod 5 pods. There are 3 boxes of 5 Pods each. There are 3 boxes of 5 pens of Novolog insulin with 7/25 expiration dates. There are also needles to use with the pens. Also 5 vials of Novolog with 4/25 expiration dates. There are 13 boxes of Tandem Pump Varisoft Infusion sets and 4 boxes of Tandem AutoSoft 90 Infusion sets. There is 1 box of T Loc cartridges remaining and a large bag of 300mm syringes and needles for filling cartridges.

ADA Conference

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.

Diabetes Net

John Walsh plans to release the 7th edition of his Pumping Insulin book this fall. Visit his website for updates on the book release at http://www.diabetesnet.com. John will speak to the Pump Club in 2024.

JDRF

Visit the JDRF Virtual Sessions about new developments and Hypoglycemic Unawareness at https://sdinsulinpumpers.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=10bf3478ca168b1633b80832c&id=c666201218&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.

• 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!

• Dr Jeremy Pettus and  the Altman Clinical and Translational Research Institute (ACTRI)are looking for participants for future clinical studies. Check out the YouTube video by Dr. Pettus and the below link to add your name to the Study registry. UC San Diego Clinical Diabetes Research Group https://youtu.be/e0vy1F-Ck1U

• Link for the UC San Diego Clinical Diabetes Research Group: https://redcap.link/diabetesresearch

• 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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Future Pumper Programs

2024 Program Meetings

08 Jan: Medtronic Pump Update with Luke Bailey

12 Feb: OmniPod Pump Update w/ Conner Mariani

11 March: Tandem Pump Software Update with Rachael Ponchetti

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Upcoming Events

 SAVE THE DATE!

TCOYD One Conference August 16-18th 

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December 11th Meeting: Pump Club Holiday Dinner at Mimi's Cafe

 Don't miss the December 11th Holiday Dinner of the San Diego Insulin Pumpers!

WHEN:  Monday, December 11th, 5–9 PM

WHERE: Mimi's Café

LOCATION: 5180 Mission Center Rd San Diego, Ca 92108

As always, significant others, 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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Starting  in 2024 we will hold in-person/Zoom hybrid meetings!

We look forward to meeting our local folks in person and seeing our out-of-town folks via Zoom.

WHERE: The Board Room of the Sharp Spectrum Building in Kearny Mesa at 8695 Spectrum Center Drive. The board room has been totally remodeled with new technology updates.

The main entrance is locked at 6 PM so security will buzz us in through the side door off the lobby.

WHEN: 7-9 PM

The room will be open at 6:30 pm for visiting before the meeting.  

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THIS MONTH: Holiday Dinner at Mimi's Café at 5180 Mission Center Rd across from the Best Buy on Monday December 11th from 5- 8:30 PM. Please contact Margi at margit7@att.net by December 8th to reserve your seat. We will meet in the Vineyard private dining room. This is a drop-in event; family and friends are welcome. Order what you want off the menu (separate checks).

We will have free TCOYD One Conference swag bags along with TCOYD conference T shirts for all attendees.

Tom will be available for technical help with the following issues after dinner: Dexcom G6, Dexcom Follow, SugarMate, Apple Watch and IPhone updates, and installing or setting up Tandem tconnect or t:slim updates on your pump. He will have several computers to help with your updates. Make sure you have your passwords with you.

The donation of Tandem pump supplies, Omni Pod 5 pods, and Novolog insulin will also be available at Mimi's. See the complete list below under Announcements.

LAST MONTH: Kerri Orr (San Diego Territory Manager)  and Rebecca Ponchetti (Clinic Trainer) showed us the newly released Mobi Pump. They both wear the Mobi. It is small enough to fit in the coin pocket of your pants or you can attach it to your clothes with a clip case. You can also wear it in a sleeve attached to your skin.

The Mobi uses a wireless charger, is half the size of the Tandem TSlim pump, and is 7% smaller than an Omni Pod .The cartridge holds 200 units of insulin and has the option of 5 inches of tubing (when worn attached to your skin) or 23 inches of tubing (when not attached). You control it through your IPhone (no Android yet).

In-warranty Tandem pump users can upgrade to a Mobi for $199; contact Tandem for details. Tandem has a free 90-day trial on all its pumps.

The G7 Tandem pump software update has started its limited release. Emails to current users will be sent out in December. In addition to being able to use either the G6 or G7 Dexcom sensor, the update will have a timed setting from 30 minutes to 8 hours in the exercise mode.

Kerri encourages us to call Tandem with any complaints or suggestions regarding the Tandem pump software. They use our feedback to include in changes and updates to the software.

See the Pump Manufacturers > Tandem Pump page for links to Tandem classes and Virtual Office Hours.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Donations Needed

We need financial donations to purchase a connection device to interface with the Spectrum meeting room for our hybrid Zoom meetings. Tom will have more information about the device needed and the cost at the Holiday party. Estimated cost is $100. We are asking for donations to purchase it so our meetings can run seamlessly. Contact Margi margit7@att.net. 

Emergency Supplies Available 

We have been given the following to distribute to pumpers:

• 15 boxes of Tandem Pump Varisoft Infusion sets

• 4 boxes of Tandem cartridges

• 3 boxes of 5 pens each of Novolog (7/25 expiration). 

• Omni Pod 5 pods (3 boxes of 5 pods each)

* 5 vials of Novolog insulin (4/25 expiration)

• 5 pens of Glargine long-acting insulin (expiration 2/25)

• 1 box of BD Ultra Fine 8mm pen needles

Take this opportunity to add to your emergency supplies.

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.

Diabetes Net

John Walsh plans to release the 7th edition of his Pumping Insulin book this fall. Visit his website for updates on the book release at http://www.diabetesnet.com. John will speak to the Pump Club in 2024.

JDRF

Visit the JDRF Virtual Sessions about new developments and Hypoglycemic Unawareness at https://sdinsulinpumpers.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=10bf3478ca168b1633b80832c&id=c666201218&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.

• 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!

• Dr Jeremy Pettus and  the Altman Clinical and Translational Research Institute (ACTRI)are looking for participants for future clinical studies. Check out the YouTube video by Dr. Pettus and the below link to add your name to the Study registry. UC San Diego Clinical Diabetes Research Group https://youtu.be/e0vy1F-Ck1U

• Link for the UC San Diego Clinical Diabetes Research Group: https://redcap.link/diabetesresearch

• 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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2024 Pumper Meetings

08 Jan: Medtronic Pump Update with Luke Bailey

12 Feb: Omni Pod Pump Update w/ Conner Mariani

11 Mar: Tandem Pump Software Update with

     Kerri Orr and Rachael Ponchetti

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Upcoming Events

TCOYD One Conference August 16-18th

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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November 13th Meeting: Tandem Mobi Pump System and G7 Update

 Don't miss the November 13th meeting of the San Diego Insulin Pumpers!

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

TOPIC: Kerri Orr San Diego Territory Manager will show us the newly released Mobi Pump and discuss the G7 partnered with the Tandem Pump. 

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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Starting in 2024 we will hold in-person hybrid Zoom meetings!

For those who are local we look forward to seeing you in person and look forward to our out-of-area pumpers joining us via Zoom.

The meetings will be held at the Sharp Spectrum Building in Kearney Mesa. Join us in person at 8695 Spectrum Center Drive from 7–9pm in the Board Room off the lobby or join us through Zoom. The board room has been totally remodeled with new technology updates.

Holiday Dinner!

Plan to attend! See below for details. 

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THIS MONTH: Kerri Orr San Diego Territory Manager will show us the newly released Mobi Pump which she is using. Kerri will also have information on the G7 partnered with the Tandem pump. Bring your questions.

LAST MONTH: Kim Wetzel, Medicare Insurance Agent, presented the 2024 Medicare Advantage plans for Sharp, Scripps, and UCSD Hospitals. Her contact information is on the blog along with the Medicare information she presented at the meeting under the Bridalwood Insurance page.

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San Diego Insulin Pumpers November 13th Zoom Meeting

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

Respect the  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

HOLIDAY DINNER!

Our Holiday Dinner will be held at Mimi's Café at 5180 Mission Center Rd across from the Best Buy on Monday December 11th from 5- 8:30pm. Please contact Margi at margit7@att.net by December 8th to reserve your seat. We will be located in the Vineyard private dining room. This is a drop-in event. Family and friends are welcome. Order what you want off the menu; you will have a separate check. We will have TCOYD One conference swag bags for everyone plus TCOYD conference T shirts. After dinner, Tom will be available to help you with your technical issues.

Emergency Supplies Available

If you need supplies, we have the following:

Tandem Pump

  • 15 boxes of Tandem Pump Varisoft Infusion sets 

  • 4 boxes of Tandem T-Loc cartridges

Omnipod 5 

   • 3 boxes of 5 pods each

Insulin

   • Novolog: 3 boxes of 5 pens each (7/25 expiration date)

   • Novolog: 5 vials (4/25 expiration date)

   • Glargine long-acting insulin: 5 pens

Pen needles

   • 1 box of BD Ultra Fine 8mm Pen needles

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.

Diabetes Net

John Walsh plans to release the 7th edition of his Pumping Insulin book this fall. Visit his website for updates on the book release at http://www.diabetesnet.com. John will speak to the Pump Club in 2024.

JDRF

Visit the JDRF Virtual Sessions about new developments and Hypoglycemic Unawareness at https://sdinsulinpumpers.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=10bf3478ca168b1633b80832c&id=c666201218&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.

• 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!

• Dr Jeremy Pettus and  the Altman Clinical and Translational Research Institute (ACTRI)are looking for participants for future clinical studies. Check out the YouTube video by Dr. Pettus and the below link to add your name to the Study registry. UC San Diego Clinical Diabetes Research Group https://youtu.be/e0vy1F-Ck1U

• Link for the UC San Diego Clinical Diabetes Research Group: https://redcap.link/diabetesresearch

• 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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Future Pumper Programs

11 Dec 2023: Holiday Dinner at Mimi's Cafe in Mission Valley

  Time: 5–8:30 pm

  Address: 5180 Mission Center Rd (across from the Best Buy)

08 Jan 2024: Medtronic Pump Update with Luke Bailey

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Upcoming Events

TCOYD Virtual Conference Saturday November 18th

Registration is free on the TCOYD website tcoyd.org.

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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