International Diabetes Symposium

Diabetes Teamwork: Collaboration, Coordination and Control

Daniel Knecht, M.D., M.B.A. Evanthia Lalla, D.D.S., M.S.
Michelle Odlum, Ed.D., M.P.H. Michael Bolden, D.D.S.
Ira B. Lamster, D.D.S., M.M.Sc.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2016 Location: Special Events Hall - Lower Level
Course: 2020 9:00 - 4:30
Tuition: $195.00 (Students with ID are Free) 7 CEUs
Recommended for: D, H, A, R, L, S
Lunch is included

Despite advances in health care and technology, Diabetes is on an upward spiral in the U.S. The concept of systems biology states that all body parts are interdependent and current research shows that the role of periodontal disease may have even more of an impact on overall health than previously thought. Diabetes is highly correlated with poor oral health and transcends many health disciplines. Some of the other health conditions associated with diabetes include obesity, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. Other risk factors include lack of exercise and depression. Because glaring disparities still exist in some population groups, the social determinants of health disparities are a major consideration in a team approach to coordinated patient care. Poverty and lack of health insurance present major barriers to care.

This unique program focuses on a team approach to patient care. The goal is to stem the tide of the Diabetic epidemic through collaboration and prevention. The symposium describes the roles and responsibilities of each health team member in providing patient-centered, coordinated care; close gaps in knowledge that are essential to communication and collaboration between health professionals; promote the development of strong health teams; and introduce cross-cutting ways to enhance the skills and efficacy of the inter-professional health team.

Learn:
  • recent trends in the disease progression
  • current tests, methods and disease indicators
  • different treatment options and common side effects of each drug class
  • current research on impact of diet, nutrition and exercise
  • reasons for non-adherence
  • appropriate interventions to improve patient outcomes