San Diego Insulin Pumpers
Mutual Support - General Discussion - Expert Speakers
All pumpers, companions, and friends welcome!
Don't Miss the APRIL meeting of the San Diego Insulin Pumpers!!!
THIS MONTH: Dr. Mike Hsieh, Urologist, will discuss Men’s Health
MEETING TIME: Monday April 8th, 7:00-8:30pm
LOCATION: Sharp Medical Facility
8695 Spectrum Centre Blvd, Room 186
THIS MONTH: Dr. Hsieh and Jose Luis PA From UC-San Diego Health will go over all treatment options for ED. This meeting is open to anyone interested in the topic.
LAST MONTH: Chad Lee from Omnipod showed the new DASH Personal Diabetes Manager (PDM) for the Omnipod pump. The new DASH PDM uses Bluetooth and is the first step to an Omnipod closed loop pump. Its compatibility with other systems (such as Dexcom) simplifies the tracking and recording of data. The DASH PDM is available to all current users at no charge just by calling customer service. You do not need to be out of warranty to upgrade to the new DASH PDM. You can now share your BGs with up to 12 people on the share app.
Depending on your insurance, the Omnipod system (PDM and pods) can be ordered through your pharmacy benefit. Contact Chad Lee with any questions.
Pre-Meeting Dinner (Souplantation): Several of us get together about 5:30 pm before each meeting for dinner and all are welcome! Anyone who would like a bite of dinner before the meeting can join us at the Souplantation Restaurant in Kearny Mesa, 7095 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard (just east of 805), 858-715-6824.
Please be ready to leave the restaurant by 6:45 pm and proceed to Sharp so that our speakers and non-dining members are not delayed.
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.
Sunday, April 7, 2019
Sunday, March 24, 2019
INSULIN PUMPERS April Meeting: Boston Scientific
April 8th: Dr. Mike Hseh will discuss men's health and ED solutions from Boston Scientific.
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Tuesday, March 5, 2019
INSULIN PUMPERS March Meeting: Omnipod
San Diego Insulin Pumpers
Mutual Support - General Discussion - Expert Speakers
All pumpers, companions, and friends welcome!
Don't Miss the MARCH meeting of the San Diego Insulin Pumpers!!!
THIS MONTH: Chad Lee, Omnipod New Features
MEETING TIME: Monday March 11th, 7:00-8:30pm
LOCATION: Sharp Medical Facility
8695 Spectrum Centre Blvd, Room 186
THIS MONTH: Chad Lee from Omnipod will present the new features of the Omnipod pump.
LAST MONTH: We had a lively discussion on a variety of topics from travel to the G6 sensor use.
Pre-Meeting Dinner (Souplantation): Several of us get together about 5:30 before each meeting for dinner, and all are welcome! Anyone who would like a bite of dinner before the meeting can join us at the Souplantation Restaurant in Kearny Mesa, 7095 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard (just east of 805), 858-715-6824.
Please be ready to leave the restaurant by 6:45 pm and proceed to Sharp so that our speakers and non-dining members are not delayed.
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.
Mutual Support - General Discussion - Expert Speakers
All pumpers, companions, and friends welcome!
Don't Miss the MARCH meeting of the San Diego Insulin Pumpers!!!
THIS MONTH: Chad Lee, Omnipod New Features
MEETING TIME: Monday March 11th, 7:00-8:30pm
LOCATION: Sharp Medical Facility
8695 Spectrum Centre Blvd, Room 186
THIS MONTH: Chad Lee from Omnipod will present the new features of the Omnipod pump.
LAST MONTH: We had a lively discussion on a variety of topics from travel to the G6 sensor use.
Pre-Meeting Dinner (Souplantation): Several of us get together about 5:30 before each meeting for dinner, and all are welcome! Anyone who would like a bite of dinner before the meeting can join us at the Souplantation Restaurant in Kearny Mesa, 7095 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard (just east of 805), 858-715-6824.
Please be ready to leave the restaurant by 6:45 pm and proceed to Sharp so that our speakers and non-dining members are not delayed.
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.
Tuesday, February 5, 2019
INSULIN PUMPERS February Meeting: Open Discussion
San Diego Insulin Pumpers
Mutual Support - General Discussion - Expert Speakers
All pumpers, companions, and friends welcome!
Don't Miss the FEBRUARY meeting of the San Diego Insulin Pumpers!!!
THIS MONTH: OPEN DISCSSION
MEETING TIME: Monday February 11th, 7:00-8:30pm
LOCATION: Sharp Medical Facility
8695 Spectrum Centre Blvd, Room 186
THIS MONTH: OPEN DISCUSSION
LAST MONTH: : Tom Fitzpatrick gave tips for using alert adjustments, snooze strategies for dynamic diabetes management, using Siri shortcuts to announce your BG, and adjusting boluses for arrows.
Pre-Meeting Dinner (Souplantation): Several of us get together about 5:30 before each meeting for dinner, and all are welcome! Anyone who would like a bite of dinner before the meeting can join us at the Souplantation Restaurant in Kearny Mesa, 7095 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard (just east of 805), 858-715-6824.
Please be ready to leave the restaurant by 6:45 and proceed to Sharp so that our speakers and non-dining members are not delayed.
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.
Mutual Support - General Discussion - Expert Speakers
All pumpers, companions, and friends welcome!
Don't Miss the FEBRUARY meeting of the San Diego Insulin Pumpers!!!
THIS MONTH: OPEN DISCSSION
MEETING TIME: Monday February 11th, 7:00-8:30pm
LOCATION: Sharp Medical Facility
8695 Spectrum Centre Blvd, Room 186
THIS MONTH: OPEN DISCUSSION
LAST MONTH: : Tom Fitzpatrick gave tips for using alert adjustments, snooze strategies for dynamic diabetes management, using Siri shortcuts to announce your BG, and adjusting boluses for arrows.
Pre-Meeting Dinner (Souplantation): Several of us get together about 5:30 before each meeting for dinner, and all are welcome! Anyone who would like a bite of dinner before the meeting can join us at the Souplantation Restaurant in Kearny Mesa, 7095 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard (just east of 805), 858-715-6824.
Please be ready to leave the restaurant by 6:45 and proceed to Sharp so that our speakers and non-dining members are not delayed.
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.
Monday, January 7, 2019
INSULIN PUMPERS January Meeting: Advanced Dexcom by Tom Fitzpatrick and Patrick Neal
San Diego Insulin Pumpers
Mutual Support - General Discussion - Expert Speakers
All pumpers, companions, and friends welcome!
Don't Miss the JANUARY meeting of the San Diego Insulin Pumpers!!!
THIS MONTH: Tom Fitzpatrick and Patrick Neal
MEETING TIME: Monday January 14th, 7:00-8:30pm
LOCATION: Sharp Medical Facility
8695 Spectrum Centre Blvd, Room 186
THIS MONTH: Tom Fitzpatrick and Patrick Neal will discuss Advanced Dexcom: Scheduling alerts, situational alert adjustments, snooze strategies for dynamic diabetes management, using Siri shortcuts to announce your BG, and adjusting boluses for arrows.
NOTE: The board room will be in use until 7pm so please wait in the lobby until the other group leaves.
December Meeting: A good time was had by all who attended our Holiday Dinner at Mimi's Café.
November Meeting: Brian Rosko, Senseonics Business Manager and Melissa Karas, District Clinical Manager, presented the new implantable Eversense sensor. This new CGM device has a 3-month life span that uses a modified fluorescent molecule to detect glucose. A silicone patch attaches the transmitter to the arm over the sensor for readings.
The Eversense sensor is a great device for travel. The only supplies needed are the silicone patches that you change daily; they fit in a snack-size Ziploc bag. The sensor MARD is a very accurate 8.5%. The sensor requires calibration twice a day.
A doctor is required to insert the sensor. Insertions currently are available through Dr. Edelman at UCSD and AMCR. Contact Brian or Melissa for more information. Also, see our website under Manufacturers.
Pre-Meeting Dinner (Souplantation): Several of us get together about 5:30 pm before each meeting for dinner. All are welcome! Anyone who would like a bite of dinner before the meeting can join us at the Souplantation Restaurant in Kearny Mesa, 7095 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard (just east of 805), 858-715-6824.
Please be ready to leave the restaurant by 6:45 and proceed to Sharp so that our speakers and non-dining members are not delayed.
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.
Mutual Support - General Discussion - Expert Speakers
All pumpers, companions, and friends welcome!
Don't Miss the JANUARY meeting of the San Diego Insulin Pumpers!!!
THIS MONTH: Tom Fitzpatrick and Patrick Neal
MEETING TIME: Monday January 14th, 7:00-8:30pm
LOCATION: Sharp Medical Facility
8695 Spectrum Centre Blvd, Room 186
THIS MONTH: Tom Fitzpatrick and Patrick Neal will discuss Advanced Dexcom: Scheduling alerts, situational alert adjustments, snooze strategies for dynamic diabetes management, using Siri shortcuts to announce your BG, and adjusting boluses for arrows.
NOTE: The board room will be in use until 7pm so please wait in the lobby until the other group leaves.
December Meeting: A good time was had by all who attended our Holiday Dinner at Mimi's Café.
November Meeting: Brian Rosko, Senseonics Business Manager and Melissa Karas, District Clinical Manager, presented the new implantable Eversense sensor. This new CGM device has a 3-month life span that uses a modified fluorescent molecule to detect glucose. A silicone patch attaches the transmitter to the arm over the sensor for readings.
The Eversense sensor is a great device for travel. The only supplies needed are the silicone patches that you change daily; they fit in a snack-size Ziploc bag. The sensor MARD is a very accurate 8.5%. The sensor requires calibration twice a day.
A doctor is required to insert the sensor. Insertions currently are available through Dr. Edelman at UCSD and AMCR. Contact Brian or Melissa for more information. Also, see our website under Manufacturers.
Pre-Meeting Dinner (Souplantation): Several of us get together about 5:30 pm before each meeting for dinner. All are welcome! Anyone who would like a bite of dinner before the meeting can join us at the Souplantation Restaurant in Kearny Mesa, 7095 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard (just east of 805), 858-715-6824.
Please be ready to leave the restaurant by 6:45 and proceed to Sharp so that our speakers and non-dining members are not delayed.
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.
Thursday, November 8, 2018
INSULIN PUMPERS November Meeting: Brian Rosko, Senseonics Business Manager
San Diego Insulin Pumpers
Mutual Support - General Discussion - Expert Speakers
All pumpers, companions, and friends welcome!
Don't Miss the NOVEMBER meeting of the San Diego Insulin Pumpers!!!
THIS MONTH: Brian Rosko, Senseonics Business Manager
MEETING TIME: Monday November 12th, 7:00-8:30pm
LOCATION: Sharp Medical Facility
8695 Spectrum Centre Blvd, Room 186
THIS MONTH: Brian Rosko, the Senseonics Business Manager, will present the new implantable Eversense sensor. This new CGM device has a life span of up to 3 months. Plan to attend and learn about this exciting new technology.
LAST MONTH: Veronica Lode, the San Diego Tandem Pump Territory Representative, presented the new Basal IQ/Predictive Low Glucose Suspend software for use with the Dexcom G6 sensor. Some insurance companies require a prescription from your doctor to receive this software. Go to the website tandemdiabetes.com/x2update for more information.
As of the October meeting, Medicare was not approving the G6 until Dexcom can increase manufacturing capacity to meet the demand.
Veronica also told us about the Tandem T Sport patch pump they expect to launch in 2020. This small pump will give pumpers another pump option. For any questions, contact Veronica.
Pre-Meeting Dinner (Souplantation): Several of us get together about 5:30 pm before each meeting for dinner, and all are welcome! Anyone who would like a bite of dinner before the meeting can join us at the Souplantation Restaurant in Kearny Mesa, 7095 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard (just east of 805), 858-715-6824.
Please be ready to leave the restaurant by 6:45 and proceed to Sharp so that our speakers and non-dining members are not delayed.
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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Announcement
The November 17th TCOYD Conference Brochure is out and will be at the meeting.
VOLUNTEERS are needed to help man the Pump Club table at the TCOYD Conference. A sign-up sheet will be at the November meeting. Please consider spending 2 or 3 hours helping at our booth.
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Mutual Support - General Discussion - Expert Speakers
All pumpers, companions, and friends welcome!
Don't Miss the NOVEMBER meeting of the San Diego Insulin Pumpers!!!
THIS MONTH: Brian Rosko, Senseonics Business Manager
MEETING TIME: Monday November 12th, 7:00-8:30pm
LOCATION: Sharp Medical Facility
8695 Spectrum Centre Blvd, Room 186
THIS MONTH: Brian Rosko, the Senseonics Business Manager, will present the new implantable Eversense sensor. This new CGM device has a life span of up to 3 months. Plan to attend and learn about this exciting new technology.
LAST MONTH: Veronica Lode, the San Diego Tandem Pump Territory Representative, presented the new Basal IQ/Predictive Low Glucose Suspend software for use with the Dexcom G6 sensor. Some insurance companies require a prescription from your doctor to receive this software. Go to the website tandemdiabetes.com/x2update for more information.
As of the October meeting, Medicare was not approving the G6 until Dexcom can increase manufacturing capacity to meet the demand.
Veronica also told us about the Tandem T Sport patch pump they expect to launch in 2020. This small pump will give pumpers another pump option. For any questions, contact Veronica.
Pre-Meeting Dinner (Souplantation): Several of us get together about 5:30 pm before each meeting for dinner, and all are welcome! Anyone who would like a bite of dinner before the meeting can join us at the Souplantation Restaurant in Kearny Mesa, 7095 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard (just east of 805), 858-715-6824.
Please be ready to leave the restaurant by 6:45 and proceed to Sharp so that our speakers and non-dining members are not delayed.
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.
_________________________________________________
Announcement
The November 17th TCOYD Conference Brochure is out and will be at the meeting.
VOLUNTEERS are needed to help man the Pump Club table at the TCOYD Conference. A sign-up sheet will be at the November meeting. Please consider spending 2 or 3 hours helping at our booth.
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Wednesday, October 3, 2018
INSULIN PUMPERS October Meeting: Veronica Lode, San Diego Tandem Representative
San Diego Insulin Pumpers
Mutual Support - General Discussion - Expert Speakers
All pumpers, companions, and friends welcome!
Don't Miss the OCTOBER meeting of the San Diego Insulin Pumpers!!!
THIS MONTH: Veronica Lode, San Diego Tandem Rep
MEETING TIME: Monday October 8th, 7:00-8:30pm
LOCATION: Sharp Medical Facility
8695 Spectrum Centre Blvd, Room 186
THIS MONTH: Veronica Lode, San Diego Territory Rep, will present the new Basal IQ/Predictive Low Glucose Suspend software. If you have the G6, you can update your pump to it. Veronica will talk about all that is new and upcoming with Tandem Pumps.
LAST MONTH: Linda Nunes, our San Diego Dexcom Rep, presented a comprehensive overview of the Dexcom G6. The G6 10-day sensor is totally new technology. It is a Class 2 Device versus all pervious Dexcom sensors which were Class 3 devices. This new technology is why the G6 does not require calibration and blood-sugar testing.
The G6 can be read on IPhones or receivers and be shared with up to five followers. It also can use the Clarity software. Medicare is expected to approve the G6 sensor soon. Contact Dexcom or Linda with any problems with your insurance in receiving the new G6.
Pre-Meeting Dinner (Souplantation): Several of us get together about 5:30 pm before each meeting for dinner, and all are welcome! Anyone who would like a bite of dinner before the meeting can join us at the Souplantation Restaurant in Kearny Mesa, 7095 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard (just east of 805), 858-715-6824.
Please be ready to leave the restaurant by 6:45 pm and proceed to Sharp so that our speakers and non-dining members are not delayed.
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.
_________________________________________________
Announcement
The November 17th TCOYD Conference Brochure is out and will be at the October meeting.
VOLUNTEERS are needed to help man the Pump Club table at the TCOYD Conference. A sign-up sheet will be at the October meeting.
Laurie Kincaid, one of our long-time members, is home from Grossmont Hospital. She welcomes calls; her cell phone number is 619-987-5885.
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Mutual Support - General Discussion - Expert Speakers
All pumpers, companions, and friends welcome!
Don't Miss the OCTOBER meeting of the San Diego Insulin Pumpers!!!
THIS MONTH: Veronica Lode, San Diego Tandem Rep
MEETING TIME: Monday October 8th, 7:00-8:30pm
LOCATION: Sharp Medical Facility
8695 Spectrum Centre Blvd, Room 186
THIS MONTH: Veronica Lode, San Diego Territory Rep, will present the new Basal IQ/Predictive Low Glucose Suspend software. If you have the G6, you can update your pump to it. Veronica will talk about all that is new and upcoming with Tandem Pumps.
LAST MONTH: Linda Nunes, our San Diego Dexcom Rep, presented a comprehensive overview of the Dexcom G6. The G6 10-day sensor is totally new technology. It is a Class 2 Device versus all pervious Dexcom sensors which were Class 3 devices. This new technology is why the G6 does not require calibration and blood-sugar testing.
The G6 can be read on IPhones or receivers and be shared with up to five followers. It also can use the Clarity software. Medicare is expected to approve the G6 sensor soon. Contact Dexcom or Linda with any problems with your insurance in receiving the new G6.
Pre-Meeting Dinner (Souplantation): Several of us get together about 5:30 pm before each meeting for dinner, and all are welcome! Anyone who would like a bite of dinner before the meeting can join us at the Souplantation Restaurant in Kearny Mesa, 7095 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard (just east of 805), 858-715-6824.
Please be ready to leave the restaurant by 6:45 pm and proceed to Sharp so that our speakers and non-dining members are not delayed.
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.
_________________________________________________
Announcement
The November 17th TCOYD Conference Brochure is out and will be at the October meeting.
VOLUNTEERS are needed to help man the Pump Club table at the TCOYD Conference. A sign-up sheet will be at the October meeting.
Laurie Kincaid, one of our long-time members, is home from Grossmont Hospital. She welcomes calls; her cell phone number is 619-987-5885.
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