Clinicians, Scientists And Patients Look To Bridge The Gap Between Diabetes Mana by Diabetes Exercise And Sports Association

This year’s conference will unite scientists, clinicians and patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes in a forum of up-to-date lectures and workshops. Education coupled with social and physical activities will provide a unique opportunity to share up-to-date techniques for enhancing both diabetes management and exercise or sports performance at all levels.

(1888PressRelease) May 13, 2009 - Leading clinicians, scientists, and diabetic patients will meet at the annual DESA North American Conference on June 25-28, 2009 in Boston, MA to share current techniques for enhancing diabetes management and bridge the gap between diabetes and exercise.

This event will feature an opening reception at the world’s first and most respected diabetes care facility, Joslin Clinic, followed by two days of presentations from experts in the diabetes field as well as inspirational talks from professional and elite athletes who have learned to effectively manage their diabetes regimen.

This year’s speakers and topics include:
Michael Bliss, CM, PhD, FRSC – History of Diabetes
Michael Riddell, PhD – Physiology of Glucose Metabolism
Howard Wolpert, MD – Continuous Glucose Monitoring
John Devlin, MD – Insulin Adjustments
Rich Weil, M.Ed., CDE – Diabetes and Exercise Basics
Doug Glazer, PhD – Exercise Compliance
Rick Philbin, MBA, MED, ATC – Exercise and Insulin Pumps
Matt Corcoran, MD, CDE – How Stress Effects Diabetes

The conference will be highlighted by an “Ask the Jocks” and “Ask the Experts” interactive lunch session as well as social networking and physical activities for participants to share techniques for enhancing diabetes management and exercise at all levels. There will also be a DESA LifeScan Athletic Achievement Awards Dinner and exhibits which will display the latest diabetes management technologies, supplies and equipment.

For a complete agenda or to register to attend, visit the DESA site at: http://www.diabetes-exercise.org.

About DESA
Diabetes Exercise & Sports Association (DESA) is the expert of diabetes and exercise. DESA exists to enhance the quality of life for people with diabetes through exercise and physical fitness as well as to improve the clinical skills among health professionals working with active individuals with diabetes. Learn more about DESA at http://www.diabetes-exercise.org.

Contact: Douglas C. Dressman
Diabetes Exercise and Sports Association
Ph: 800-898-4322

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Clinicians, Scientists And Patients Look To Bridge The Gap Between Diabetes Management And Exercise At Upcoming Event