Innovating Diabetes Care - Episode Details
What you’ll get out of this episode:
- The Origins of Living Connected: Arti Masturzo shares how her journey through the healthcare industry inspired the podcast.
- Meeting by Chance: Arti and Dr. Robert Lash recount their serendipitous meeting and its significance.
- Challenges in Endocrinology: Dr. Lash discusses the shortage of endocrinologists and the impact on diabetes care.
- Technological Advances in Diabetes Management: Exploring the benefits and challenges of new diabetes medications and technologies.
- Inspiring Future Endocrinologists: Initiatives by the Endocrine Society to attract and mentor medical students and residents.
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The Genesis of Living Connected
Arti Masturzo begins by reflecting on her journey through the healthcare industry. She mentions the numerous fascinating conversations she’s had with professionals holding unique perspectives and interesting roles. These experiences sparked the idea for “Living Connected,” a platform to share these conversations and inspire, educate, and provide new perspectives to listeners.
A Serendipitous Encounter
Arti recounts the serendipitous meeting with Dr. Robert Lash. While undergoing cancer treatment, Arti found solace in attending concerts, often alone. One evening, while dining solo at a restaurant in Cincinnati, Ohio, she struck up a conversation with Dr. Lash, seated nearby. Discovering their shared professional interests, a friendship blossomed, leading to Dr. Lash becoming the first guest on her podcast.
The Importance of Connection in Healthcare
Dr. Lash and Arti discuss the podcast’s name, “Living Connected.” Arti emphasizes that connection and love are vital in healthcare, transforming it from mere transactions to meaningful interactions. Dr. Lash agrees, sharing how connectivity plays a crucial role in managing diabetes through technology and collaboration among healthcare providers.
Addressing the Shortage of Endocrinologists
One of the major challenges highlighted by Dr. Lash is the shortage of endocrinologists in the United States. He explains that attracting medical students and residents to the field is crucial. The Endocrine Society is actively working on several programs to inspire and train the next generation of endocrinologists, including the Excel Program and Endocrine Mentor Day.
Innovations and Challenges in Diabetes Care
The conversation shifts to the advancements in diabetes care over the past decade. Dr. Lash talks about the introduction of new medications that do not cause hypoglycemia, making diabetes management easier. However, he also points out the challenges posed by the influx of data from continuous glucose monitors and the need for actionable insights rather than raw data.
Inspiring the Next Generation
Dr. Lash shares details about the Endocrine Society’s Medical School Engagement Program. This initiative aims to create interest in endocrinology among medical students by forming endocrine interest groups and offering awards to outstanding students. The goal is to make endocrinology an appealing and rewarding career choice for future healthcare providers.
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