Taking Control Of Your Diabetes® - The Podcast!
Welcome to Taking Control Of Your Diabetes® - The Podcast, an edutaining show all about highs and lows of living with diabetes. Hosted by Dr. Steve Edelman and Dr. Jeremy Pettus, both endocrinologists who have been living with diabetes themselves since they were 15, we’re discussing the important topics that people living with diabetes need to know—and no topic is off-limits. From the latest advancements in diabetes medications and devices, to interviews with some of the best minds in diabetes, to personal stories about the ups and downs of dealing with this condition 24/7, we’re tackling what it means to live...
Diabetes-Related Musculoskeletal Issues (Trigger Finger, Frozen Shoulder, Arthritis and Other Musculoskeletal Issues)
In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Pettus and Dr. Steve Edelman address the most common musculoskeletal and neuropathic conditions that affect people with diabetes. They explore how complications like frozen shoulder, carpal tunnel syndrome, and trigger are linked to long-term diabetes, and how they can significantly impact daily life. Focusing on real-life scenarios and actionable advice, they offer strategies to help individuals with diabetes recognize early warning signs, navigate treatment options, and take preventive measures to protect their overall health and quality of life.
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What is frozen shoulder, and why is it more common in...Breathing and Meditation, with Dr. Preethika Ekanayake, Clinical Endocrinologist, UCSD
In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Pettus and Dr. Steve Edelman speak with Dr. Preethika Ekanayake, a fellow clinical endocrinologist at UCSD, about how mindfulness and meditation can alleviate the unique challenges faced by people with diabetes. They delve into how mindfulness practices can help reduce diabetes-related stress, improve emotional resilience, and even positively affect blood sugar control. Dr. Ekanayake shares her personal journey of rediscovering mindfulness, offers practical examples of how to incorporate it into daily life, and emphasizes its potential to transform how patients cope with the demands of living with diabetes.
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What...The Link between Diabetes and Certain Types of Cancers, with Radiation Oncologist Dr. David Diamond
Dr. Steve Edelman speaks with Dr. David Diamond, a radiation oncologist with deep expertise in pancreatic cancer, to explore the critical but often overlooked connection between diabetes and pancreatic cancer. They discuss the heightened risks for individuals with type 2 diabetes, the challenges in early detection, and why pancreatic cancer remains one of the most deadly cancers due to its lack of symptoms and effective screening methods. Dr. Diamond shares insights into emerging screening technologies like liquid biopsy tests that could transform early detection, potentially improving outcomes for at-risk patients. Together, they emphasize the importance of awareness among patients and...
Eye Health, with Ophthalmology Specialist, Nikolas London, MD
Dr. Steve Edelman, an endocrinologist living with Type 1 diabetes, is joined by Dr. Nik London, an ophthalmologist specializing in retinal diseases such as Diabetic Retinopathy and Diabetic Macular Edema. Throughout this episode, they discuss eye complications and their effects on individuals with diabetes. They go into depth and breakdown Diabetic Retinopathy—a common eye complication found in individuals with diabetes. Diabetic retinopathy is a leading cause of blindness among individuals with diabetes, but through education, regular checkups, and advancements in treatment, the risk of vision loss can be significantly reduced. They explore how the condition can develop, its treatments, an...
Insulin Pumps for Type 2 Diabetes
Dr. Jeremy Pettus and Dr. Steve Edelman, both endocrinologists living with type 1 diabetes, dive into the topic of insulin pumps, a device more commonly associated with type 1 diabetes management. However, this podcast focuses on the potential benefits and considerations of using insulin pumps for people with type 2 diabetes. They explore how insulin pumps can help control blood glucose levels, especially as they integrate with continuous glucose monitors (CGMs). They discuss advancements in insulin pump technology, share practical insights on their use, and address common questions like "Could an insulin pump be right for me?"
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A Sit Down with Breakthrough T1D's (Formerly JDRF) CEO Aaron Kowalski
A Sit Down with Breakthrough T1D (Formerly JDRF) – Featuring Aaron Kowalski, CEO
TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR DIABETES® - THE PODCAST! ...With Expert Endocrinologists Living with T1D, Drs. Steven V. Edelman & Jeremy Pettus
This special edition of the Taking Control of Your Diabetes podcast is an enlightening conversation between three diabetes experts all living with type 1 diabetes themselves: Dr. Steve Edelman, Dr. Jeremy Pettus, and Dr. Aaron Kowalski, CEO of Breakthrough T1D (formerly JDRF) . They discuss recent research breakthroughs in type 1 diabetes, focusing on three main areas: improving lives through technology and medications, dis...
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR DIABETES® - THE PODCAST! ...With Expert Endocrinologists Living with T1D, Drs. Steven V. Edelman & Jeremy Pettus
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a serious complication of diabetes that often goes unnoticed in its early stages. In this episode of the Taking Control of Your Diabetes podcast, hosts Dr. Jeremy Pettus and Dr. Steve Edelman, both endocrinologists living with type 1 diabetes, provide an in-depth exploration of CKD in diabetes. They discuss the prevalence, screening methods, and latest treatment options for diabetic kidney disease, focusing on type 1 diabetes. D...
What is Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)?
Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR DIABETES® - THE PODCAST! ...With Expert Endocrinologists Living with T1D, Drs. Steven V. Edelman & Jeremy Pettus
Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) is a severe and potentially life-threatening complication of diabetes, yet it is more common than people think, especially upon diagnosis of diabetes. In this episode of the Taking Control of Your Diabetes podcast, hosts Dr. Jeremy Pettus and Dr. Steve Edelman, both endocrinologists living with type 1 diabetes, provide an in-depth exploration of DKA. They discuss the science behind ketones, why the body produces them, a...
Doing All the Right Things, but Your Diabetes Is Still Out of Whack…Could It Be Hypercortisolism? With Daniel Einhorn MD, FACP, FACE
Doing All the Right Things, but Your Diabetes Is Still Out of Whack…Could It Be Hypercortisolism? – Featuring Daniel Einhorn MD, FACP, FACE
TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR DIABETES® - THE PODCAST! ...With Expert Endocrinologists Living with T1D, Drs. Steven V. Edelman & Jeremy Pettus
Discover why 1 in 4 people living with uncontrolled diabetes might have an overlooked, treatable condition. In this eye-opening episode of the Taking Control of Your Diabetes podcast, Dr. Steve Edelman and endocrinology expert Dr. Daniel Einhorn reveal the hidden link between hypercortisolism and stubborn diabetes.
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Low Vision, with Dr. Richard Shuldiner
Low Vision – Featuring Dr. Richard Shuldiner, OD, FAAO, Dipl AAo, Low Vision Diplomate Emeritus at American Academy of Optometry
TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR DIABETES® - THE PODCAST! ...With Expert Endocrinologists Living with T1D, Drs. Steven V. Edelman & Jeremy Pettus
Uncover a hidden world of vision care that could change the lives of people with diabetes. In this episode, we explore ‘low vision’ - a term many people have never heard of, but one that could dramatically improve your daily life. Join Dr. Steve Edelman as he shares his personal journey with diabetes-related vision complic...
