Professional Development

Upcoming Professional Webinars

The American Diabetes Association® (ADA) 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 and webcasts.

Become a professional member of the ADA to access member exclusive webinars and webcasts to expand your knowledge, enhance your perspective, and grow your connections through exclusive opportunities and unmatched resources that come only with membership. Join today.

Diabetes Management in Long-Term Care Facilities with a Focus on CGM Technology

May 12, 2025, 5:00–6:00 p.m. ET 

Speakers: Medha Munshi, MD, Naushira Pandya, M.D., CMD, FACP and Thaer Idrees, MD  

Moderator: Nuzhat Chalisa, MD, FACE, DABOM 

Description: ADA Member Exclusive Webinar—Join fellow ADA professional members for a dynamic, panel discussion exploring the unique complexities of diabetes management in aging populations. This engaging session will highlight key challenges in long-term care settings and identify opportunities for improvement through collaborative, multidisciplinary approaches. Panelists will discuss potential pilot programs that leverage industry and research partnerships to enhance diabetes care and innovative solutions and strategic initiatives to improve health outcomes for older adults. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and contribute to the future of diabetes care in long-term care environments. 

Credit: No credits provided for this course (Member Exclusive)

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Hands On: Support Mental Health in People with Diabetes

May 13, 2025, 3:00–4:00 p.m. ET 

Speakers: Nicole Bereolos, PhD, MPH, CPH, MSCP, CDCES, FADCES​ and Julia Price, PhD​

Moderator: Jennalee Wooldridge, PhD, CDCES​

Description: ADA Member Exclusive Webinar—Join fellow ADA professional members for this live panel discussion. In this webinar, the panel will discuss mental health and diabetes care. Mental health concerns are common among people with diabetes and can be associated with diabetes-related complications. Our presenters will explore key mental health challenges, share insights on integrating behavioral health care into diabetes management, and highlight available ADA resources to support people with diabetes and diabetes care professionals. The panel will share five actionable tips for improving mental health support in diabetes care and host a live Q&A session at the end of the webinar.

Credit: 1 CE credit (Member Exclusive)

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Improving Diabetes Care for Older Adults

May 16, 2025, 12:00–1:00 p.m. ET 

Speakers: Mehda N. Munshi, MD and Alexander Kutz, MD

Moderator: Julie Paik, MD, ScD

Description: ADA Member Exclusive Webinar—Join fellow ADA professional members for a live panel discussion focused on the challenges and opportunities in managing diabetes among older adults. This engaging session will provide valuable insights into the unique difficulties faced in diabetes care for this population and the latest approaches and strategies to enhance treatment and overall health outcomes. Experts in the field will share their knowledge, offering practical solutions that can be applied to improve diabetes management in older adults. Don’t miss this opportunity to better understand effective care strategies and connect with fellow professionals dedicated to advancing diabetes treatment. 

Credit: 1 CE credit (Member Exclusive)

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Over the Counter CGM Use in the Primary Care Setting

June 10, 2025, 3:00–4:00 p.m. ET 

Speakers: Andrew Welch, MD and Christopher Jones, MD

Moderator: Paige Johnson, BSN, RN, CDCES

Description: ADA Member Exclusive Webinar— Join other American Diabetes Association® (ADA) professional members on June 10, 2025 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET for a live, one-hour panel discussion webinar, Over the Counter CGM Use in the Primary Care Setting. In this webinar the panel will discuss the use of over the counter (OTC) continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) in primary care. This session will provide a brief overview of available OTC CGMs, describe when and how to use them effectively and identify challenges in interpreting CGM data for individuals without diabetes. The panel will share five actionable tips for supporting professionals and people with diabetes, as well as host a live Q&A session at the end of the webinar. 

Credit: 1 CE credit (Member Exclusive)

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