The American Diabetes Association hosts monthly webinars on various topics related to diabetes care that feature practical insights and strategies to elevate diabetes management for the people you see. These live webinars will help to contribute to your foundation in diabetes care and will discuss the nuanced topics you are seeking guidance for. Register for the live events to interact with our panel of diabetes experts as they delve into cutting-edge topics and provide you with actionable tips to use in your practice. Continuing education credit is available for participation in select webinars.
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Professional Development
Upcoming Professional Webinars
Interaction of GLP-1 agonists with Exercise and Nutrition on Muscle Health and Glucose Regulation
March 19, 2025, 9:00–10:00 a.m. ET
Speakers: Laura Russel, MA, RDN CDCES; Danny Green, PhD; and Flemming Dela, MD,
Moderator: Steven K. Malin, PhD, FACSM
Description: GLP-1 agonists are widely used to support weight loss and improve blood glucose control, but some health professionals have raised concerns about muscle mass loss. This webinar will explore the interaction of these medications with exercise and nutrition, focusing on the role of nutrition in maintaining muscle mass and overall health, the impact of resistance exercise on muscle preservation, and how aerobic exercise interacts with GLP-1 agonists to regulate glucose levels independently of muscle mass. The discussion will provide evidence-based insights to guide patient care.
Credit: No CE credits provided for this course (ADA Member Exclusive webinar)
Using Automated Insulin Delivery Devices in Diabetes Management Workshop
March 26, 2025, 2:00–3:15 p.m. ET
Speakers: Irl Hirsch, MD; Katelyn O'Brien, PharmD, BCPS, CDCES, BC-ADM; and Viral Shah, MD
Moderator: Jane Reusch, MD
Description: This workshop–designed for primary care professionals, endocrinologists and other members of the diabetes care team–will offer participants an opportunity to learn from health care professionals experienced in the use of automated insulin delivery (AID) devices. Directly engage with experts and gain valuable insights into integrating AID devices in clinical settings with in-depth training and educational breakout sessions.
Learning objectives
- Recall key components and functionalities of AID devices
- Recognize how to address barriers to managing AID devices
- Identify ways to implement AID devices in clinical settings
Credit: No CE credits provided for this course
The American Diabetes Association acknowledges Medtronic and its support for this workshop.
Heat vs Cold: Point-Counter-Point
April 8, 2025, 3:00–4:00 p.m. ET
Speakers: Paige C. Geiger, PhD and Matthew Lynes, PhD
Moderators: Steven K. Malin, PhD, FACSM
Description: Join other American Diabetes Association® (ADA) professional members on April 8, 2025, from 03:00 PM to 04:00 PM EST for a live, one-hour panel discussion webinar, Heat vs Cold: Point-Counter-Point. This ADA webinar will explore heat as a potential alternative to exercise for improving hepatic mitochondrial function and glucose regulation. Panelists will also discuss how cold-activated brown adipose tissue (BAT) supports thermogenesis and may help prevent weight gain, insulin resistance, and atherosclerosis, highlighting the distinct effects of heat and cold therapy on diabetes-related conditions. The panel will share five actionable tips for supporting professionals and people with diabetes and host a live Q&A session at the end of the webinar.
The session is part of the Hands On: Tips to Improve Diabetes Care webinar series, which is available exclusively to ADA professional members and presented by the ADA’s Behavioral Medicine & Psychology, Diabetes in Primary Care, Exercise Physiology, and Diabetes Technology Interest Groups. The series is supported by funding from The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust.
Credit: 1 CE credit (Member Exclusive)
When Is It Not Gestational Diabetes?
April 11, 2025, 1:00–2:00 p.m. ET
Speakers: Laura Dickens, MD and Celeste Durnwald, MD,
Moderators: Grenye O’Malley, MD and Cassandra Henderson, MD
Description: Overview of MODY (Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young) and LADA (Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults) focusing on when to consider the diagnosis in pregnancy, how to diagnose, implications for treatment during pregnancy, and postpartum considerations.
Credit: 1 CE credit (Member Exclusive)
Strengthening the Mind and Body for People Living with Obesity
April 16, 2025, 4:00–5:00 p.m. ET
Speakers: Gretchen Holmes, PhD, College of Osteopathic Medicine; Janet Huehls, MS, ACSM, CEP, CHWC, Exercising Wel; and Robyn Pashby, PhD, Health Psychology Partners.
Description: This session will dive into the pathways to refer people living with obesity to mental health specialists and exercise physiologists. Our speakers will explore evidence-based obesity management strategies, including motivational interviewing, lifestyle modifications in eating and exercise, and addressing weight-related stigma.
Credit: No CE credits provided for this course
Empowered Care in GDM: Overcoming Bias and Supporting Marginalized Populations During Pregnancy
April 17, 2025, 1:00–2:15 p.m. ET
Description: This webinar examines the role of bias in the management of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and its impact on communities. Participants will uncover strategies to foster trust and improve communication in clinical interactions while exploring culturally approaches to GDM management. The session highlights evidence-based interventions, including nutrition counseling, glucose monitoring, and pharmacotherapy that address the unique needs of populations.
Credit: 1.5 CE credit
Early Detection Saves Lives: Implementing Type 1 Diabetes Screening in Pediatric and Primary Care
April 28, 2025, 10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. ET
Speakers: Desmond A Schatz, MD, Jay Shubrook, DO, and Kimber Simmons MD, MPH/MSPH
Description: This webinar will review the importance of early type 1 diabetes detection and present evidence-based recommendations and practical approaches for identifying patients who are appropriate for screening. The expert panel will discuss practical screening workflows within both the pediatric and primary care settings that are designed to enhance lifesaving early detection and intervention methods for type 1 diabetes.
Credit: No CE credits provided for this course