Jul 30, 2026, 09:00 AM
This post by Brian Burroughs, a PA and CDCES, examines how diabetes and acute conditions like swimmer’s ear intersect, revealing surprising variation in how clinicians balance infection treatment with glucose control. It highlights gaps in guidelines and the importance of clinical judgment, teamwork, and patient education—offering insight into why these common scenarios are more complex than they seem.
Jul 8, 2026, 09:00 AM
What does it really take to support patients when you’re the only diabetes specialist on the team? This post reveals how powerful interdisciplinary collaboration—and the right mix of local and national resources—can transform care, showing why even independent diabetes care and education specialists are never truly working alone.
Jun 25, 2026, 09:00 AM
Diet plays a central role in cardiometabolic health, yet access to nutritious food remains uneven. In a blog post by Diana Malkin-Washeim, findings from Circulation Research highlight how food and nutrition insecurity are key drivers of conditions like cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Understanding these challenges is critical to improving health outcomes and advancing more equitable care.
Jun 16, 2026, 10:37 AM
We will be highlighting practice-changing research at ADCES26, showcasing advances in technology integration, psychosocial care, equitable access and innovative care delivery models. This blog post emphasizes the real-world application of these findings, offering actionable insights to help clinicians implement more patient-centered, effective approaches across diverse populations.
Jun 11, 2026, 09:00 AM
This post offers a compelling perspective on why early-career clinicians should look beyond the exam room and say yes to opportunities like writing, teaching, and professional involvement. It shows how these experiences can sharpen skills, expand networks, open doors to mentorship and leadership, and even help combat burnout. For clinicians feeling stretched thin, it makes a thoughtful case that the right opportunities don’t add burden—they can become some of the most meaningful and career-shaping parts of your work.
Jun 2, 2026, 09:00 AM
ADCES26 will focus on addressing inequities in diabetes care through innovation, workforce diversity, and collaborative solutions. The blog highlights that diabetes disproportionately affects marginalized populations due to social, economic, and cultural barriers, emphasizing the need for equitable, patient-centered care that builds trust and involves individuals in decision-making.
May 27, 2026, 22:49 PM
This post is a powerful look at the hidden challenges of type 1 diabetes care in Guam and the Pacific. From delayed diagnoses to limited access to specialists, technology, and support, this post shares why families are too often navigating care alone — and why urgent action and partnership are needed to close the gap.
May 12, 2026, 08:53 AM
This post pulls back the curtain on the real challenges new diabetes care and education specialists face—from complex patient needs to navigating a strained healthcare system—while revealing the human side of the work. It’s a compelling look at why, despite the overwhelm, this role remains one of the most impactful and deeply rewarding paths in health care.
May 5, 2026, 09:35 AM
ADCES26 highlights practical innovations in care delivery that help diabetes care and education specialists overcome real-world barriers like limited time, staffing constraints, and low patient engagement to scale DSMES and improve outcomes. This blog post emphasizes translating evidence into actionable strategies—through community-based care, digital tools, collaboration, and sustainable workforce models—to make diabetes education more accessible, effective, and impactful.
Apr 20, 2026, 16:04 PM
For many diabetes care and education specialists, the journey into the profession is not always straightforward, but it is often deeply meaningful. ADCES Fellows stories highlight not only the evolution of the specialty, but also the opportunities available to those willing to step into it.
In this Fellows Spotlight, we hear from Nathan A. Painter. From early clinical experiences to national leadership, his journey offers practical advice and perspective for novice diabetes care and education specialists and for those considering entering the specialty.