In celebration of reaching this goal, she is going to have a FaceBook LIVE Q&A Session for 30 minutes on April 1st (no fooling) from 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.
We hope you can join us to get your questions answered.
Just type in your question here, and Coach Beverly will do her best to answer your question within the half hour time frame!
Meet Tracey Brown, MBA, BChE | CEO, American Diabetes AssociationTracey is the new CEO of the American Diabetes Association. Ms. Brown started her career at Procter & Gamble as a chemical engineer in research and development, and in process engineering.Ms. Brown is a Keynote at our Women Leaders Conference. Read more…
After receiving an MBA from Columbia University, she became a business growth driver and an inspiring leader using, data, digital and technology to grow revenues, increase operating income and drive transformation.
Following a thorough national search for a new CEO, the ADA found Ms. Brown to be a talented business leader with deep strategic and operational expertise, as well as significant experience in consumer engagement. At the same time, as an engineer, she is a careful, analytical thinker who values and makes data-driven decisions.
According to Ms, Brown, “All of the skills and experience that I have gained from the for-profit world have been cultivated for such a time as this. My purpose, passion and this position have aligned, and I am honored to be joining an organization as valuable as the ADA. It changes lives for the better.”
Why do we need a Women’s Conference? Co-Chair Theresa Garnero shares her motivation
I asked myself the same question when Beverly contacted me to co-chair the first annual Women Leaders in Diabetes Conference on May 10, 2019 in San Francisco.
That’s because I’m used to the status quo, the usual diabetes conferences, and more of the same year in and year out.Then I started thinking about it more. Imagine the synergy of bringing together an amazing group of women leaders in an intimate venue to network and collaborate. How inspiring to dedicate a day to celebrating accomplishments and sparking creativity to improve care. Very quickly, it became clear to me that we need this conference.
Join us to hear the journey’s of amazing women leaders in diabetes, network, get recharged, and leave inspired to consider how you can impact change. There is something exciting that happens when a group of dynamic leaders come together to share best practice and forge new ground. We are thrilled to provide a platform that showcases women’s accomplishments in a way that everyone can learn from and gain fresh ideas. Many talented individuals have shaped and moved the diabetes profession forward. For example, chances are you know about Drs. Banting and Best, but what about Dr. Yalow? In 1977, Rosalyn Yalow, PhD was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology and Medicine for her work in measuring insulin in the body. I only recently heard about her work. Who knew it was a woman scientist that made this discovery? Why isn’t this common knowledge? And how can you challenge yourself to improve diabetes care no matter where you practice? No Nobel Prize is required to help one person, then the next.This conference brings together an incredible, not-to-be-missed lineup of experts, who are advancing care. The heads of ADA, CDC, JDRF, and many more women who are gifted in their field of diabetes care will come together to collaborate… with you! And you in turn, will leave the conference with a new energy and a realistic plan for change in hand. I hope you can join us and get inspired. Theresa Garnero, APRN, BC-ADM, MSN, CDCES,Co-Chair, Women Leaders in Diabetes Conference
Free Resource Friday | Preparing for the CDCES Exam Webinar!
Join us for free on March 1st @ 11:30 am PST
Join us to get ready to succeed a the CDCES Exam. This course will transform your test anxiety into calm self-confidence and test taking readiness.
Topics covered include:
Changes in requirements for 2019
Exam eligibility and test format
Strategies to succeed
Review of study tips and test taking tactics.
We will review sample test questions, and the reasoning behind choosing the right answers.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
Intended Audience: This FREE webinar is designed for individual or groups of diabetes educators, including RNs, RDs, Pharmacists, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Physician Assistants and other health care providers interested in achieving excellence in diabetes care and becoming Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialists®.
Instructor: Beverly Thomassian RN, MPH, CDCES, BC-ADM is a working educator who has passed her CDCES Exam 6 times. She is a nationally recognized diabetes expert for over 25 years.
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Free Resource Friday | What We Say Matters, Free Webinar Ready for Viewing
Language & Diabetes, What we say matters | Resources
What we say matters.
As educators, advocates, spouses, friends, and providers, our use of language can deeply affect the self-view of people living with diabetes everyday.
The language used in the health care setting is immensely important in determining the success of the interaction and long term relationships.
Thoughtful communication provides a sense of support and empathy and moves both provider and patient toward greater satisfaction and success.
Based on powerful research, there is growing movement within diabetes education and beyond, to rethink the words we use and the approaches we take when providing counsel to people with diabetes.
Let’s lift people up by choosing language that is non-judgmental and person centered.
Enjoy our free Mini-Webinar to learn more and take your communication to the next level!
This four question quiz is inspired by the recent article, “The Use of Language and Diabetes Care” by Dickinson et al. What words we choose, our body gestures and the use of certain terms can have a tremendous impact on our interactions with people living with diabetes. This quiz highlights a few key areas where we may want to rethink our approach or feel reassured that we are on the right track.
This mini-webinar is free, and no CEs are provided, but there is lots of great info!
Articles and Resources,
Use of Language in Diabetes Care and Education – 2017 ADA & AADE Language is powerful and can have a strong impact on perceptions as well as behavior. This article provides recommendations for language used by health care professionals and others when discussing diabetes through spoken or written words whether directed to people with diabetes, colleagues, or the general
public, as well as research questions related to language and diabetes.
This four question quiz is inspired by the recent article, “The Use of Language and Diabetes Care” by Dickinson et al. What words we choose, our body gestures and the use of certain terms can have a tremendous impact on our interactions with people living with diabetes.
This quiz highlights a few key areas where we may want to rethink our approach or feel reassured that we are on the right track.
Join Us for a Free Mini-webinar: What We Say Matters: Language that Respects the Individual and Imparts Hope
February 15 @ 11:30 am – 12:00 pm
As educators, advocates, spouses, friends, and providers, our use of language can deeply affect the self-view of people living with diabetes everyday. Let’s lift people up by choosing language that is non-judgmental and person centered.
Being familiar with this new approach will not only improve collaboration, it will also help with certification exam success.
Topics covered include:
Learn the old-fashioned diabetes phrases, words and approaches that can be left behind.
Describe diabetes language that is respectful, inclusive, person-centered and imparts hope.
Practice communicating about diabetes using phrases free from judgement with a focus on a strength-based approach.
This mini-webinar is free, and no CEs are provided.
Thank you for your time in learning new communication strategies for people living with diabetes.
Free Resource Friday | Preparing for the CDCES or BC-ADM? Free Webinars!
Free Upcoming Webinars with Coach Beverly Thomassian
FREE Preparing for the BCADM Exam – What you need to know | January 30th, 2019 @ 11:30 am – 12:40 pm PST
Becoming BC-ADM is a great achievement for diabetes educators with an advanced degree in their field and a professional license as an advanced practice nurse, registered dietitian, or registered pharmacist. The scope of advanced diabetes practice includes patient management skills such as medication adjustment, medical nutrition therapy, exercise planning, counseling for behavior management and psycho-social issues.
Attaining optimal metabolic control in the diabetic client may include treatment and monitoring of acute and chronic complications. This webinar will review changes in requirements for 2018, exam eligibility and test format, strategies to succeed along with a review of study tips and test taking tactics. We will review sample test questions, and the reasoning behind choosing the right answers. We hope you can join us for this webinar. Click here for a bunch of free resources, a reading list and to register for FREE Webinar.
FREE Preparing for the CDCES Exam Webinar | February 1st @ 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. PST
Join us to get ready to succeed a the CDCES Exam. This course will transform your test anxiety into calm self-confidence and test taking readiness.
Topics covered include:
Changes in requirements for 2019
Exam eligibility and test format
Strategies to succeed
Review of study tips and test taking tactics.
We will review sample test questions, and the reasoning behind choosing the right answers.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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Free Resource Friday | Preparing for the BC-ADM Webinar – January 30th!
Preparing for the BCADM Exam – What you need to know
January 30 @ 11:30 am – 12:40 pm
January 30th, 2019 – 11:30 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.
Preparing for the BC-ADM Exam – What you need to know Join us for this live webinar
Becoming BC-ADM is a great achievement for diabetes educators with an advanced degree in their field and a professional license as an advanced practice nurse, registered dietitian, or registered pharmacist. The scope of advanced diabetes practice includes patient management skills such as medication adjustment, medical nutrition therapy, exercise planning, counseling for behavior management and psychosocial issues.
Attaining optimal metabolic control in the diabetic client may include treatment and monitoring of acute and chronic complications. This webinar will review changes in requirements for 2018, exam eligibility and test format, strategies to succeed along with a review of study tips and test taking tactics. We will review sample test questions, and the reasoning behind choosing the right answers. We hope you can join us for this webinar. Click here for a bunch of free resources, a reading list and to register for FREE Webinar.
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What we say matters.
Join Us for a Free Mini-webinar: What We Say Matters: Language that Respects the Individual and Imparts Hope
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