The recording of this insightful webinar on the use of Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) in pregnancy, where we will explore the critical role of CGMs in managing diabetes during this crucial period, is now available on the ATTD Education Portal. This one-hour session features expert insights from both nursing and primary care perspectives, providing valuable information for healthcare professionals involved in the care of pregnant individuals.
Agenda
1. Welcome and Introduction (5 min)
2. Nursing Perspectives on CGM Use in Pregnancy (15 min)
3. Primary Care Approaches to Supporting Pregnant Individuals with CGMs (15 min)
4. Q&A Session (15 min)
5. Wrap up and conclusion (10 min)
Learning Objectives
- Understand the Role of CGMs in Pregnancy: Gain comprehensive knowledge about the importance and functionality of Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) in managing diabetes during pregnancy.
- Examine Primary Care Approaches: Discover effective strategies and approaches that primary care providers can implement to support pregnant individuals using CGMs.
- Explore Nursing Perspectives: Learn about the unique insights and experiences of nursing professionals regarding using CGMs in pregnant patients.
- Engage in Interactive Discussions: Participate in a Q&A session to clarify doubts, discuss challenges, and share best practices related to CGM use in pregnancy.
- Synthesize Knowledge for Practical Application: Integrate the acquired knowledge to improve clinical practices and patient outcomes for pregnant individuals managing diabetes with CGMs
Speakers
Prof. Glynis Ross
Endocrinologist
Nouran Yousef Salah
Associate Prof. Dr., Ain Shams University
Associate Professor of Pediatric Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Ain shams university, Egypt. I’m a member of the ATTD Early Career Education Committee. I have 45 international publications in the field of Pediatric Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism published in highly indexed journals, and I’m a member of the advisory board of Diabetes therapy. I’ve reviewed over 100 diabetes and obesity manuscripts for international journals. My primary point of research is disseminating technology for early detection of glycemic derangements and treatment of diabetes and obesity in developing countries.
Alison Barry, MD
Credentialled Diabetes Educator Registered Nurse, Clinical Midwife, Royal Brisbane & Women’s Hospital, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
Alison Barry is a Midwife, credentialled diabetes educator with over 30 years’ experience working in the specialty area of Diabetes and pregnancy. Alison has held a number of clinical and research positions over this period of time. She currently works for QLD Health as a Clinical Midwife/CDE. Alison co-ordinates the Diabetes in Pregnancy Clinics at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital. She is a member of the QLD state-wide diabetes clinical network steering committee – pregnancy portfolio and the NDSS expert reference group. Alison is also co-chair of the Australian Diabetes Educators Association diabetes in pregnancy special interest group. Alison is a member of the Australasian Diabetes in Pregnancy Society. Alison feels privileged to work with women and their families at this very special time in their lives.
Post-Webinar Access
Access the on-demand recording on the ATTD Educational Portal along with a CME/CPD accredited activity. Register for the ATTD Education Portal for FREE here.
This webinar is supported by Dexcom.
Professor Glynis Ross is an esteemed endocrinologist with over 35 years of experience in the field. She holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from the University of Sydney, Australia, which she obtained in 1979. Additionally, she completed her Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians in 1985, further solidifying her expertise in the field. Prof. Ross specialises in various aspects of endocrinology, with a particular focus on diabetes in pregnancy, type 1 diabetes, insulin pump therapy, and in-patient diabetes management. Her extensive knowledge and experience in these areas have made her a sought-after expert in the medical community.