Diabetes can invariably affect interpersonal relationships. In some cases, the effects may be trivial but for some diabetes can be a source of friction.
Julia is a bilingual registered social worker and certified diabetes educator with over 20 years of counselling experience for a wide range of psycho-social and mental health issues. Her counselling services include work, health, personal, relationship, and family issues. Julia is also a certified diabetes educator specializing in mental health and social wellness in youth and adults with diabetes
Are you the parent, guardian, or caregiver for a child age 0-6? Share some stories, moments, or challenges with other people who ‘get it’.
Children with type 1 diabetes can sometimes feel isolated in their day to-day lives. At D - Camps, they are surrounded by other kids as well as many camp counsellors who have type 1 diabetes – creating a sense of community, empowerment, and belonging. While our campers enjoy authentic camp activities such as swimming, canoeing, hiking, crafts and more, D -Camps aren’t your average summer camps. From the beginning, the focus of Diabetes Canada’s camping program has been to provide children living with type 1 diabetes the opportunity to enjoy an authentic camp experience in a medically accommodating environment, with a dedicated team of professionals. D-Camps now operates 9 overnight summer camps across the country along with various family camp and leadership development opportunities
Have you ever wondered how to manage your medications while you travel? Do you have questions about managing your conditions while you’re sick?
Dr. Anastasia Pimenova has had a life-long passion for improving health and standards of care for Type 1 patients. She was diagnosed at the age of one in Moscow, Russia, where access to even expired insulin and test strips was limited at the time. Drawn to the health sciences from an early age, Dr. Pimenova ultimately decided to pursue the Doctor of Pharmacy degree at the University of Toronto. She became a licensed pharmacist in 2019 and continues to practice in the community where she focuses on optimizing diabetes therapy, while also working in the bio-pharmaceutical industry. In her spare time, she practices heavy weight lifting, trains her Australian Shepherd and is an avid reader of sci-fi.
We are continuing to offer Type 1 Diabetes risk screening during the COVID-19 pandemic because it is vital to advancing T1D research.
TrialNet is an international research group aimed at delaying or preventing type 1 diabetes. TrialNet offers free T1D risk screening, called the Pathway to Prevention Study, to relatives of people with T1D to detect the disease in its earliest stage - often years before symptoms appear. With the help of thousands of volunteers participating in our clinical studies, we are learning more about how T1D progresses. From that knowledge, we can test new ways to maintain insulin production before and after diagnosis.
Are you the parent, guardian, or caregiver for a child age 7- 12? Share some stories, moments, or challenges with other people who ‘get it’.
Children with type 1 diabetes can sometimes feel isolated in their day to-day lives. At D - Camps, they are surrounded by other kids as well as many camp counsellors who have type 1 diabetes – creating a sense of community, empowerment, and belonging. While our campers enjoy authentic camp activities such as swimming, canoeing, hiking, crafts and more, D -Camps aren’t your average summer camps. From the beginning, the focus of Diabetes Canada’s camping program has been to provide children living with type 1 diabetes the opportunity to enjoy an authentic camp experience in a medically accommodating environment, with a dedicated team of professionals. D-Camps now operates 9 overnight summer camps across the country along with various family camp and leadership development opportunities.
We will be discussing the results from TrialNet's recent studies, including the Teplizumab trial which is the first study to show any treatment can delay the onset of type 1 diabetes.
TrialNet is an international research group aimed at delaying or preventing type 1 diabetes. TrialNet offers free T1D risk screening, called the Pathway to Prevention Study, to relatives of people with T1D to detect the disease in its earliest stage - often years before symptoms appear. With the help of thousands of volunteers participating in our clinical studies, we are learning more about how T1D progresses. From that knowledge, we can test new ways to maintain insulin production before and after diagnosis.
Do you have questions about what diabetes burnout is, how to avoid or cope with diabetes burnout, or just need to see that you’re not alone
Dr. Vallis is a registered health psychologist based in Halifax, Canada. He is a Health Behaviour Change Consultant and Associate Professor in Family Medicine at Dalhousie University. His main area of expertise is adult health psychology, with an emphasis on obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular risk and gastroenterology. He spends most of his time training healthcare providers in behaviour change for chronic disease management. He regularly supervises clinical and academic students at Dalhousie and is active in research on motivation, behavioural change and adaptation to chronic disease. He consults nationally as well as internationally and is heavily involved in academic publications, journal editing, and clinical practice guidelines (2020 and 2006 Canadian Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Management of Obesity and 2018, 2013, 2004 Diabetes Canada Clinical Practice Guidelines). He was recently awarded a Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal by the Government of Canada on the recommendation of the Canadian Diabetes Association.
Are you the parent, guardian, or caregiver for a child age 13- 17? Share some stories, moments, or challenges with other people who ‘get it’.
Children with type 1 diabetes can sometimes feel isolated in their day to-day lives. At D - Camps, they are surrounded by other kids as well as many camp counsellors who have type 1 diabetes – creating a sense of community, empowerment, and belonging. While our campers enjoy authentic camp activities such as swimming, canoeing, hiking, crafts and more, D -Camps aren’t your average summer camps. From the beginning, the focus of Diabetes Canada’s camping program has been to provide children living with type 1 diabetes the opportunity to enjoy an authentic camp experience in a medically accommodating environment, with a dedicated team of professionals. D-Camps now operates 9 overnight summer camps across the country along with various family camp and leadership development opportunities.
If your screening results show that you have two or more diabetes-related autoantibodies, you could be eligible for annual or semi-annual monitoring.
TrialNet is an international research group aimed at delaying or preventing type 1 diabetes. TrialNet offers free T1D risk screening, called the Pathway to Prevention Study, to relatives of people with T1D to detect the disease in its earliest stage - often years before symptoms appear. With the help of thousands of volunteers participating in our clinical studies, we are learning more about how T1D progresses. From that knowledge, we can test new ways to maintain insulin production before and after diagnosis.
Has your diabetes management become overshadowed by the Pandemic? Concerned about diabetes resource, supply and management? Just looking for ideas
Julia is a bilingual registered social worker and certified diabetes educator with over 20 years of counselling experience for a wide range of psycho-social and mental health issues. Her counselling services include work, health, personal, relationship, and family issues. Julia is also a certified diabetes educator specializing in mental health and social wellness in youth and adults with diabetes.
Are you a past D-Camps camper or staff member? Join us to share some stories of the incredible moments and memories you have had over the years
Children with type 1 diabetes can sometimes feel isolated in their day to-day lives. At D - Camps, they are surrounded by other kids as well as many camp counsellors who have type 1 diabetes – creating a sense of community, empowerment, and belonging. While our campers enjoy authentic camp activities such as swimming, canoeing, hiking, crafts and more, D -Camps aren’t your average summer camps. From the beginning, the focus of Diabetes Canada’s camping program has been to provide children living with type 1 diabetes the opportunity to enjoy an authentic camp experience in a medically accommodating environment, with a dedicated team of professionals. D-Camps now operates 9 overnight summer camps across the country along with various family camp and leadership development opportunities
If your screening results show you are in the early stages of T1D, you may be eligible to participate in a TrialNet prevention study.
TrialNet is an international research group aimed at delaying or preventing type 1 diabetes. TrialNet offers free T1D risk screening, called the Pathway to Prevention Study, to relatives of people with T1D to detect the disease in its earliest stage - often years before symptoms appear. With the help of thousands of volunteers participating in our clinical studies, we are learning more about how T1D progresses. From that knowledge, we can test new ways to maintain insulin production before and after diagnosis
Drop in, say hello, and get to know who makes up our Type 1 community
Connected in Motion’s mission is to foster a community of people living with Type 1 diabetes through peer-based experiential diabetes education, sport, and outdoor adventure pursuits so that they may inspire one another to live life without limits. Connected in Motion envisions a community of healthy, active and educated people living with Type 1 diabetes who are supported and engaged in diabetes self-management.
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Diana was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes over 39 years ago. She believes "Diabetes or other chronic illnesses don't have to stop you from doing anything you want with your life provided you understand the disease and try to manage it to the best of your abilities.” Her five guiding principles to staying healthy are respect for all, continuous learning, a positive attitude, sharing and having a strong community network. These have permitted her to travel to 56 countries safely enjoying world’s great wonders.
In this session we will chat about how to best fuel your body during physical activity and avoiding lows while living with Type 1 Diabetes.
Karen is an active Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator and Certified Insulin Pump Trainer in her community. She has a Masters of Science Degree in Food and Nutrition and has experience in various clinical and population healthcare settings. She has worked with a wide variety of patient populations including chronic disease management of all types of diabetes, kidney disease and heart health, among others. She has shared her nutrition knowledge as a healthcare provider and educator. She has provided one-on-one counselling, cooking classes, group education classes, and grocery tours to diverse patient populations. Additionally, she has conducted and disseminated clinical nutrition research on sarcopenia in the aging population at an international conference. She aims to empower clients to optimize their health through nutrition and is passionate about working the Type 1 Diabetes population.
Do you have experience or questions related to Travel and Adventure? Join us to chat about all things Travel & Adventure
Connected in Motion’s mission is to foster a community of people living with Type 1 diabetes through peer-based experiential diabetes education, sport, and outdoor adventure pursuits so that they may inspire one another to live life without limits. Connected in Motion envisions a community of healthy, active and educated people living with Type 1 diabetes who are supported and engaged in diabetes self-management.
Balancing T1D with a busy professional and athletic life. In this session we will chat about how to navigate the demands of a professional career and competitive sports with T1D!
I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at age 14, in 1993. I have pursued high level athletics and academics since my diagnosis. I received a Honours Bsc. in Human Biology at the University of Toronto in 2002, and went on to receive my medical degree from U of T in 2006, graduating top 6% in my class. I then completed both a residency in Internal Medicine (2009) and a fellowship in Medical Oncology (2011). Finally, I completed an additional fellowship at St. Michael’s Hospital (2012) to gain more expertise in Breast and GI cancers. Currently, I practice as a Medical Oncologist in Kelowna, and am the provincial lead of multiple choice exams for the undergraduate medical program. My other passion is competitive running, and I have represented Canada numerous times, highlighted by three medals at the World Masters Games (2013, 2017), and a top six finish at the World Masters Track and Field Championships (2016). Currently, I am looking forward to competing in the World Masters Games in Japan in 2021. Despite its challenges, living with Type 1 Diabetes does not have to limit your dreams, goals, and accomplishments!
Come chat, ask questions, and share strategies for quick meals and healthy snacks. Is your kid a picky eater? Is your teen starting high school this year
Sara Michelle is a Registered Dietitian and current medical student at McGill University. She is passionate about teaching and loves working with people of all ages – especially kids and young adults. Sara Michelle had the best summer working at the Camp Huronda D-Camp in 2019 and is looking forward to the next opportunity to (safely) go back! She has many close family members and friends with T1D and has a special interest in providing support and strategies for individuals in transitional stages of life.
Whether you're a veteran athlete or someone who is looking for real-life tips for getting active with T1D, join us! This chat will focus on all things diabetes & exercise.
Connected in Motion’s mission is to foster a community of people living with Type 1 diabetes through peer-based experiential diabetes education, sport, and outdoor adventure pursuits so that they may inspire one another to live life without limits. Connected in Motion envisions a community of healthy, active and educated people living with Type 1 diabetes who are supported and engaged in diabetes self-management.
In this session we will connect parents whose children who were diagnosed at all ages from babies to teenagers. Those who are new to diabetes and seasoned
A violinist with the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Elizabeth became involved with the diabetes community when her son Miles was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at the age twelve months. Miles is now thirteen years old, and has attended camp Briardale from the age of seven. Six years of D-Camp experience has inspired Miles in his efforts to raise $10,000 over the last four years through his Put a Squeeze on Diabetes lemonade stands - funds that will enable other children living with Type 1 to share in that same experience. As the “champion family” for Manitoba, Elizabeth and Miles have worked closely with Diabetes Canada to bring awareness and involvement to more families across the province with this important fundraiser. Elizabeth is a grateful and proud member of the DIY looping and Nightscout community, and believes all Canadians with type 1 should have access to the latest technology in diabetes care.
Did you know that living with T1D increases your risk of developing Celiac disease? Having T1D also puts you at higher risk of developing gastroparesis – a form of nerve damage that affects the stomach
Gabrielle is a diabetes educator, registered dietitian and certified pump trainer with LMC Diabetes & Endocrinology in Ottawa. She also volunteers with Diabetes Canada to organize and facilitate monthly type 1 support groups. She connects with families and children living with type 1 diabetes through the JDRF and volunteers with CHEO to help bridge the gap between diabetes care and youth living with type 1 diabetes. Gabrielle has been living with type 1 diabetes for over 2 decades and is ultimately passionate about driving change in the health care provider approach to help empower all people living with diabetes.
Some stories are best shared with other people who 'get it'. Join us to share your encounters living with T1D. A sense of humour is required!
Connected in Motion’s mission is to foster a community of people living with Type 1 diabetes through peer-based experiential diabetes education, sport, and outdoor adventure pursuits so that they may inspire one another to live life without limits. Connected in Motion envisions a community of healthy, active and educated people living with Type 1 diabetes who are supported and engaged in diabetes self-management.
Join us in a safe space to chat about how you celebrate your culture through food while living with Type 1 Diabetes. This is an opportunity to ask questions to other members of the community
Karen is an active Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator and Certified Insulin Pump Trainer in her community. She has a Masters of Science Degree in Food and Nutrition and has experience in various clinical and population healthcare settings. She has worked with a wide variety of patient populations including chronic disease management of all types of diabetes, kidney disease and heart health, among others. She has shared her nutrition knowledge as a healthcare provider and educator. She has provided one-on-one counselling, cooking classes, group education classes, and grocery tours to diverse patient populations. Additionally, she has conducted and disseminated clinical nutrition research on sarcopenia in the aging population at an international conference. She aims to empower clients to optimize their health through nutrition and is passionate about working the Type 1 Diabetes population.
My name is Mays and I have been a Registered Dietitian for just over 3 years now. I graduated from the Brescia University College (Western University, London, ON, Canada) with an Honors Specialization in Nutrition and Dietetics (HBSc). As a clinical and community dietitian, I have had the privilege to work in diverse groups of the population including the geriatric population, indigenous populations, and individuals living with chronic illnesses. Throughout my career, I have always felt that the profession is lacking some of the cultural aspects related to the Middle Eastern diet and perspectives on nutrition. In 2018, I decided to become an entrepreneur and start my own nutrition practice, Colourful Nutrition, with a goal to provide an inclusive environment that is evidence based with expert nutritional counseling services that supports and empowers individuals to make sustainable lifestyle changes and build positive relationships with food without giving up on their cultural cuisine. My main focus is Middle Eastern food (since this is the food I grew up with) though as a foodie, I enjoy recipes from various cultures. At the end of the day, all foods fit in a healthy diet!
Erica Sigurdson is a Canadian comedian, writer, producer, and haberdasher. Sigurdson has Icelandic ancestry. She is a two-time Canadian Comedy Award nominee, a Leo Award-winning comedy writer and is regularly featured on CBC Radio’s smash hit The Debaters. She has been performing stand-up across Canada for ten years, has travelled to Afghanistan to entertain the troops and was a semi-finalist in the Seattle International Comedy Competition. She is a nine-time repeat guest on the Maximum Fun show Stop Podcasting Yourself.
Kimberley Hanson is Executive Director of Federal Affairs at Diabetes Canada, responsible for advocacy with the federal government and on national issues. She also leads the Diabetes 360˚ initiative to implement a nation-wide strategy to address the diabetes epidemic.
Having lived with diabetes for nearly 25 years, Kim is passionate about helping others live well with the disease while also working towards a cure. Over the past 15 years, Kim and her family have raised more than $1 million for research into a cure for diabetes and for supports for adults living with type 1 diabetes. Prior to joining Diabetes Canada, Kim held various senior management positions in Communications, Business Development and Human Resources at Payments Canada and Export Development Canada.
Kimberley Hanson Presentation Overview: Living with diabetes can be very expensive. Come learn what government programs may be available to you to help defray the costs, and find out how Diabetes Canada is working to ensure that all Canadians with T1D have access to the care, medications and devices they need to live without limits!
Lorraine is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator. She has had the privilege of presenting workshops across Canada to both health care professionals and people who live with type 1 diabetes. Her primary area of interest is to support people in using diabetes technology to optimize management and minimize the daily burden of life with type 1.
When not at work, she is a busy mom and stepmom to six young adults and two golden retrievers. Lorraine celebrated her 32 year “diaversary” in March of last year and understands firsthand the ups and downs of daily life with diabetes.
Michelle Sorensen, founder of the Ottawa South Resiliency Clinic, is a registered clinical psychologist with 20 years of experience providing counselling and psychological services for a wide range of personal problems. These include anxiety and depression, interpersonal issues (both personal and professional), life transitions, and coping with chronic illness. She provides therapy for adults aged 18 and over, including seniors. She is also very involved in the diabetes community across Canada and works with clients struggling with the psychological impact of living with diabetes.
Michelle has been registered with the Ontario College of Psychologists since 2006, first as a Psychological Associate and now as a Psychologist. Michelle is also a member of the Ontario Psychological Association.
Dr. Vallis is a registered health psychologist based in Halifax, Canada. He is a Health Behaviour Change Consultant and Associate Professor in Family Medicine at Dalhousie University. His main area of expertise is adult health psychology, with an emphasis on obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular risk and gastroenterology.
He spends most of his time training healthcare providers in behaviour change for chronic disease management. He regularly supervises clinical and academic students at Dalhousie and is active in research on motivation, behavioural change and adaptation to chronic disease. He consults nationally as well as internationally and is heavily involved in academic publications, journal editing, and clinical practice guidelines (2020 and 2006 Canadian Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Management of Obesity and 2018, 2013, 2004 Diabetes Canada Clinical Practice Guidelines).
Mark Woolley was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at the age of 12. His parents, Steve and Tracy, had already been exposed to the symptoms through their middle son, Matt, who was also diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at birth.
At the time of diagnosis, hockey had already become a significant part of Mark’s life, giving the 2001-born defenceman a strong fear that the athletic life he had become accustomed to, would be taken away.
It didn’t take long, however, for Mark to learn that if he could manage diabetes properly, and take care of his health, it wouldn’t be a factor and he could still play the game that he loves. Learning to live with diabetes didn’t come without its trials, though.
Now, as a defenceman for the Ontario Hockey League’s (OHL) Owen Sound Attack, Mark has the goal to not only raise awareness around diabetes, but to send kids to Diabetes Canada D-Camps, hoping to give them the same opportunity to learn how to live their lives with diabetes, while still living the life that they love.
Dr. Tom Elliott obtained his medical degree (MBBS) in 1982 from the University of Queensland, Australia. In 1985, he moved to Canada, where he completed his core specialist internal medicine training at the University of British Columbia (UBC). From 1989 to 1991, Dr. Elliott took advanced training in diabetes at the University of London, UK. In 1991, he obtained sub specialist certification in Endocrinology & Metabolism (including diabetes) from the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC).
Since 1992, Dr. Elliott has been a faculty member at UBC, where his current rank is Clinical Associate Professor. He was Co-Director of Undergraduate Medical Education for the UBC Division of Endocrinology from 1992 to 2012, and chaired the Endocrinology & Metabolism Society of BC, the professional body representing all BC endocrinologists and diabetes specialists, from 2008 to 2012.
Since 1992, Dr. Elliott has been on the active medical staff at Vancouver General Hospital, as well as conducting a busy private office practice in Endocrinology & Diabetology. Dr. Elliott is Director of Clinical Trials at BC Diabetes. He has authored more than 60 scientific papers and is actively engaged in 15 ongoing research projects.
Dr. Cheng is a member of the Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism at Credit Valley Hospital in Mississauga and St. Michael's Hospital in Toronto and is an Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Toronto. She completed medical school, internal medicine and Endocrinology training at the University of Toronto and has completed the Master Teacher Program offered through the Department of Medicine.
She has served on the Expert Committee for the 2003 Diabetes Canada clinical practice guidelines, the Steering and Expert Committees for the 2008 revision and served as Chair of the 2013 Diabetes Canada clinical practice guidelines. She is currently the Chair of the Professional Section of Diabetes Canada and an Associate Editor for the Canadian Journal of Diabetes. She is Past-Chair of the Guidelines Committee for the Canadian Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism.
She has received a Certificate of Recognition from the Ontario College of Family Physicians, the national Charles H. Best Award and the Gerald S. Wong Service Award from Diabetes Canada in recognition of her contributions.
Dr Cheng Presentation Overview: Learn more about the relationship between diabetes and sex as Dr. Alice Cheng discusses various ways diabetes can affect your sexual health.
Kate Farnsworth is the patient partner co-lead for the Innovations in Type-1 Diabetes Program. Kate has been heavily involved in the Do-It-Yourself #wearenotwaiting movement since her daughter Sydney was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at the age of 8. With a background in information technology and graphic design, Kate has lent her skillset to developing diabetes watch faces for remote monitoring used by patients worldwide.
Kate has created an online patient-driven support community for people who are exploring DIY closed-loop solutions and continues to advocate for all people with diabetes to have access to the best tools to manage their diabetes.
Dr. Wharton has his doctorate in Pharmacy and Medicine. He is the medical director of the Wharton Medical Clinic, a community based internal medicine weight management and diabetes clinic. He is an adjunct professor at McMaster University in Hamilton and York University in Toronto. He also works as an internist at Women’s College Hospital, and the Hamilton Health Sciences. Dr. Wharton is a researcher and is qualified as a diplomat of the American Board of Obesity Medicine.
Dr. Wharton’s research focuses on bariatric medicine and type 2 diabetes. He is the lead author of the weight management section of the 2013 and 2018 Canadian Diabetes Guidelines, and co-chair of the 2018 Canadian Obesity Guidelines.
Dr. McGavock’s research program is focused the prevention and management of type 2 diabetes in youth, with a particular focus on physical activity. My research program is has three distinct pillars designed to span the spectrum of mechanistic human physiology studies to community-based participatory action research.
Dr. McGavock is an associate professor in the Department of Paediatrics and Child Health within the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Manitoba. He is currently the co-leader of the DREAM Theme at the Children's Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba. Dr. McGavock held a CIHR New Investigator Salary Award from 2010-2014 and currently holds a CIHR Applied Health Chair in Obesity and Resilience in Indigenous Youth.
Dr. McGavock's formal training is in Kinesiology completing a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education at the University of Manitoba (1997), a Masters Degree in Exercise Physiology at McGill University (1999) and a PhD in Exercise Science at the University of Alberta(2003). Following his doctoral degree he completed a CIHR-funded post-doctoral fellowship within the Albert-based STIHR training program TORCH (2003-2004) and a Heart and Stroke Foundation/CIHR Target Obesity Fellowship in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Exercise Physiology with Drs Benjamin Levine and Ron Victor UT Southwestern Medical Centre (2004-2006).
Dr Delilah Topic Bio: I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at age 14, in 1993. I have pursued high level athletics and academics since my diagnosis. I received a Hon.Bsc. in Human Biology at the University of Toronto in 2002 and went on to receive my medical degree from U of T in 2006, graduating top 6% in my class. I then completed both a residency in Internal Medicine (2009) and a fellowship in Medical Oncology (2011). Finally, I completed an additional fellowship at St. Michael’s Hospital (2012) to gain more expertise in Breast and GI cancers.
Currently, I practice as a Medical Oncologist in Kelowna, and am the provincial lead of multiple-choice exams for the undergraduate medical program. My other passion is competitive running, and I have represented Canada numerous times, highlighted by three medals at the World Masters Games (2013, 2017), and a top six finish at the World Masters Track and Field Championships (2016). Currently, I am looking forward to competing in the World Masters Games in Japan in 2021.
Despite its challenges, living with Type 1 Diabetes does not have to limit your dreams, goals, and accomplishments!
Dr. Delilah Topic Presentation Overview: I look forward to sharing my journey with T1D with you! As a competitive runner, medical oncologist, and professor, I have proven that there are no limits to T1D. However, my journey was not without its challenges! I hope to provide some inspiration and tips on how to thrive and succeed despite living with a challenging disease.
Bruce A Perkins, MD MPH is Professor, Endocrinologist and Diabetes Complications Clinician-Scientist at the University of Toronto appointed to the Faculty of Medicine and to the Institute of Health, Policy, Management and Evaluation. He holds the Sam and Judy Pencer Family Chair in Diabetes Clinical Research. He obtained his MD and Internal Medicine training at the University of Toronto, his endocrinology subspecialty training at Harvard University, his Masters of Public Health in Epidemiology at the Harvard School of Public Health, and a research fellowship in epidemiology at the Joslin Diabetes Center.
Using longitudinal cohort methods as well as clinical trials, his research work has focused on 1) Early biomarkers of diabetes complications, and 2) Interventions for prevention of complications, including artificial pancreas technologies and adjunct drug therapies added to insulin.
In 2015 he was awarded the Canadian Diabetes Association/CIHR Young Scientist Award for his research. Among other projects, he co-leads an Innovations in type 1 Diabetes group within Diabetes Action Canada, a national patient-oriented research strategy.
Dr Perkins Presentation Overview: This talk will focus on the our current efforts to use technology in type 1 diabetes practice - key knowledge around glucose sensors, insulin pumps, automated insulin delivery algorithms - and how we can better make use of them individually and advocate for better access.
