Diabetes Education Series
Overcoming Barriers: A Planning Workshop for Diabetes Management Success
Wednesday, November 12
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
IN-PERSON
Registration: 551-285-0800 or livewell.englewood@ehmchealth.org
Join Anita Ramsetty, MD, Endocrinologist and Director of Health Equity at Englewood Health, for a hands on workshop focused on building sustainable life skills for prediabetes and diabetes management. Harness the power of lifestyle changes to reshape the course of your health and participate in guided planning exercises tailored to support your daily life. You’ll leave with the foundation of a personal action plan designed to reach your goals and overcome obstacles. This program is sponsored by the Meland Foundation.
Beyond the Prescription: Understanding Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) for Diabetes Control
Thursday, November 13
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
VIRTUAL | Captioned Translation Available
Join Diabetes Educator and Registered Dietitian, Marilyn McSpiritt-Guzio, MSRD CDCES, in exploring how complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) can support diabetes management alongside conventional care. This session will highlight evidence-based practices such as herbs, acupuncture, nutritional supplements, and exercise and Traditional Chinese Medicine to help improve overall well-being and balance. This program is sponsored by the Meland Foundation.
Know Your Numbers
Tuesday, November 18
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
IN-PERSON
Registration: 551-285-0800 or livewell.englewood@ehmchealth.org
Join Todd Lavine and Samantha Gallimore, MD for an informative diabetes education talk on the importance of knowing your metabolic numbers. This talk will cover the importance of monitoring blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol, along with setting and achieving healthy weight goals to support long-term health. This program is sponsored by the Meland Foundation.
Comprendiendo el rol de los carbohidratos en el manejo del azúcar en la sangre
Miércoles 10 de diciembre
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
VIRTUAL | Traducción subtitulada disponible
Acompañe a la dietista registrada Ivette Lebron, MS, RDN, para aprender cómo los carbohidratos afectan su nivel de azúcar en la sangre y su salud en general. Exploraremos los diferentes tipos de carbohidratos: simples, complejos y fibra, además de analizar su rol dentro de un plato equilibrado. Obtenga consejos prácticos para manejar el consumo de carbohidratos, elegir alimentos inteligentes durante las festividades y preparar comidas y refrigerios satisfactorios, aptos para personas con diabetes, que le ayuden a mantener estables los niveles de energía y azúcar en la sangre. Este programa es patrocinado por el Meland Foundation.
The Weight Loss Wave: How GLP-1 and other Medications are Transforming Diabetes Management
Tuesday, December 16
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
VIRTUAL | Captioned Translation Available
Join Diabetes Educator and Registered Nurse, Mary O’Connor, MSN, RN, CDCES in this session to learn about weight loss medications, including the GLP-1 category, and their role in diabetes management. Explore how these treatments can support blood sugar control, aid in achieving healthy weight goals, and complement lifestyle changes for better overall health. This program is sponsored by the Meland Foundation.