Diabetes poses a major healthcare challenge. The prevalence of diabetes is rising and providers of all types are increasingly required to address glycemic control and diabetes-related complications. Treatments are broadening and newer technologies offer promise, but must also be used with care. The UCLA Annual Diabetes Symposium is a one-day CME program offering providers of varying backgrounds a chance to review optimal state-of-the-art care to the patient with diabetes. Experts in the field and its associated complications will review current best practices. Additionally, workshops aiming to address various aspects of management include updates in technology, pre-diabetes, and cardiovascular disease management. Target Audience The UCLA diabetes program has been designed for physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, certified diabetes educators, nurse educators, dietitians, pharmacists, and other healthcare practitioners whose practice includes care of patients with diabetes.
At the completion of this course, participants should be able to: