Virtual Diabetes Education
Who Should Attend?
Patients and Caregivers
Healthcare Professionals
Case Managers
Advancements in Diabetes Technology: Insulin Pump and Continuous Glucose Monitoring Therapy
Successful self-management and ongoing education for individuals living with diabetes can be challenging. New technology, like insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitoring therapy, is widely accepted in managing Type 1, Type 2, and Gestational Diabetes. This webinar provides a comprehensive, device–agnostic overview of the newest innovations and details for using the latest technology solutions.
Webinar length: 30 minutes, 15 minutes of Q&A
Carb Counting and Meal Planning for Individuals Living with Diabetes
Living with diabetes necessitates lifestyle changes. Understanding how to identify carbohydrates and count servings to improve time in range is valuable to ensuring those changes minor and can become a daily routine. This webinar will explore healthy eating and guidance on counting carbohydrates.
Webinar length: 30 minutes, with 15 minutes of Q&A
A Guide to Dining Out for Individuals Living with Diabetes
Making good meal choices can be difficult when you live with diabetes, but even more so when you are out to dinner or at a party. This webinar will give you strategies for enjoying your meals out while not sacrificing your health and glucose control.
Travel, Emergencies and Being on the Move for Individuals Living with Diabetes
Diabetes management can be stressful under normal daily living, but traveling, busy lifestyles and unexpected challenges can become overwhelming. This webinar will provide ideas and tools to prepare you to manage your diabetes with confidence in any situation.
Infusion Sets: Key Differences and Benefits
Insulin Pump therapy may help people with diabetes lower Hgb A1c and prevent low glucose levels. The infusion set includes tubing that delivers insulin from the pump into the body. At the end of this tubing is a soft cannula or a stainless-steel needle to deliver insulin under the skin into the body for absorption. There are a variety of infusion sites available to meet the insulin delivery needs of people. Attend this webinar to learn the differences between the various infusion sites and what to consider when deciding which infusion set will be best for you.
Webinar length: 30 minutes, with 15 minutes of Q&A
Helpful Tape Tips for CGM and Infusion Sets
Diabetes technology is only helpful if the necessary components stay in place on the body. This webinar will explore strategies and products to help your diabetes devices adhere. We will discuss placement recommendations and troubleshoot common skin issues, including irritation, sweating, and dislodging devices. Bring your questions and problems so we can help you get your devices to stick!
Webinar length: 30 minutes, with 15 minutes of Q&A
Advancements in Continuous Glucose Monitoring Therapy
Diabetes technology is constantly changing and can be overwhelming. Patients and caregivers will learn more about available glucose measuring tools to better manage diabetes, helping to promote better clinical outcomes and reduce complications for individuals with diabetes. A CCS Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) will provide a comprehensive overview of all Continuous Glucose Monitors.
Webinar length: 30 minutes, with 15 minutes of Q&A
CCS Clinical Expertise
Meet the Team
CCS Educational Webinars are designed by clinicians and led by one of our Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist team members.
Connie Chitwood-Vu, MS, RDN, LDN, CDCES, BC-ADM
Mary Ellen Young, RN, CDCES, CPT
Colleen Miller-Owen, APRN, CDCES
Jennie Dyke, BSN, RN, CDCES
Yes, we offer onsite diabetes education.
CCS Educational Webinars are designed by clinicians and led by one of our Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist team members.