ADA 2026 Standards of Care: Comprehensive Diabetes Management Update

Course Description

This webinar will review the current available diabetes guidelines and provide guidance on pathophysiology, diagnosis, long term risks of uncontrolled diabetes, glycemic management, technology available, and treatment options in different populations of patients with diabetes.  The current American Diabetes Association Standards of Care are an annual set of guidelines that use established evidence to provide a reference of care for practitioners.

Participants will review different types of diabetes (T1DM, T2DM, Gestational Diabetes, and MODY) and how risks and treatments can differ between them.  The macrovascular (myocardial infarction, stroke, and other ASCVD equivalents) and microvascular (nephropathy, neuropathy and retinopathy) will also be discussed. The program will also examine methods of diagnosing and classifying diabetes control based on glycemic levels and other factors.  Attendees will review options available in technology for the assessment and management of diabetes (glucometers vs. continuous glucose monitors).  High (DKA and HHS) and low blood sugar management will also be addressed.  

Nonpharmacologic management of diabetes, including diet and exercise, will be enumerated.

Drug therapy for diabetes, including biguanides, sulfonylureas, GLP active agents, and SGLT2is will be reviewed.  Attendees will also review insulin therapy and insulin pumps, specifically dosing and management with regards to current glycemic state and food.

At the conclusion of the program, the participant should be comfortable identifying patients with diabetes, discussing control, and determining a treatment plan for them.

Learning Outcomes

• Discuss the different types of diabetes
• Describe how to diagnose diabetes
• Evaluate the comorbidities associated with diabetes
• Review the glycemic goals, ranges, and technology associated with diabetes control
• Manage high and low blood sugars in patients
• Classify the non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic treatments for diabetes
• Identify special populations in diabetes management

Areas Covered in the Session

• Types of diabetes (Type 1, Type 2, Gestational, MODY, Other)
• Macrovascular complications and comorbidities of diabetes
• Microvascular complications and comorbidities of diabetes (nephropathy, neuropathy, retinopathy)
• A1c, fasting blood sugar, and random blood sugar in the use of diagnosing diabetes
• A1c, fasting blood sugar, and random blood sugar goals in diabetes
• Reading and interpreting a glucose log
• Reading and interpreting a CGM report
• Identification and management of DKA and HHS
• Identification and management of hypoglycemia
• Recommendations for lifestyle changes in diabetes
• Recommendations for pharmacotherapy in diabetes
• Interactive Live Q&A Session

Recommended Participants

• Formulation & Process Chemists
• Analytical Validation Managers
• Regulatory Affairs (RA) Directors
• Clinical Researchers & Principal Investigators
• Medical Science Liaisons
• Pharmacists
• Quality Assurance Managers in Pharma
• Laboratory Managers and Technicians
• Analytical Chemists
• Bioprocess Scientists
• Formulation development personnel
• Quality & Regulatory Executives
• Production Managers
• Clinical Research Coordinator
• Clinical Site Managers
• Data Manager
• Clinical Research Scientist
• Director Clinical Research

About the Presenter

Alejandro Vazquez, PharmD, is an Assistant Professor in the Pharmacy Practice and Science Department. He completed a residency in Ambulatory Care and academia with The University of Florida College of Pharmacy and Gulf Coast Area Health Education Centers. He also received a teaching certificate from the same program. Previously, he practiced chronic disease management in patients at the Banner University Medical Center Internal Medicine Clinic. He currently practices Ambulatory Care with Phoenix Children’s in Phoenix, Arizona, in the areas of Allergy, Immunology, Asthma, and Endocrinology, where he provides chronic disease management services for uncontrolled patients with diabetes and severe asthma. His areas of interest include chronic disease management, focusing on Allergic Rhinitis, Immunology, Asthma, BPD, and childhood diabetes.

Additional Information

After Registration:
After registering, you'll receive a confirmation email with your unique login details and access to presentation materials. All documents are downloadable and ideal for team training or reference.

System Requirement:

• Internet Speed: Preferably above 1 Mbps
• Headset: Any decent headset and microphone which can be used to talk and hear clearly

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