Diabetes Core Update

Diabetes Core Update is a monthly podcast that presents and discusses the latest clinically relevant articles from the American Diabetes Association’s four science and medical journals – Diabetes, Diabetes Care, Clinical Diabetes, and Diabetes Spectrum. Each episode is approximately 25 minutes long and presents 5-6 recently published articles from ADA journals. Intended for practicing physicians and health care professionals, Diabetes Core Update   discusses how the latest research and information published in journals of the American Diabetes Association are relevant to clinical practice and can be applied in a treatment setting. Welcome to diabetes core update where every month we go over the most important articles to come out in the field of diabetes. Articles that are important for practicing clinicians to understand to stay up with the rapid changes in the field.  This issue will review: 1.    Intensive Blood-Pressure Control in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes 2.    Cardioprotective Glucose-Lowering Agents and Dementia Risk A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis 3.    A Randomized Trial of Automated Insulin Delivery in Type 2 Diabetes 4.    Screening for Metabolic Dysfunction–Associated Steatotic Liver Disease–Related Advanced Fibrosis 5.    Risk of Urogenital Infections in People With Type 2 Diabetes Initiating SGLT2i Versus GLP-1RA in Routine Clinical Care   For more information about each of ADA’s science and medical journals, please visit Diabetesjournals.org. Hosts: Neil Skolnik, M.D., Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health John J. Russell, M.D., Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Chair-Department of Family Medicine, Abington Jefferson Health

In this special episode on Obstructive Sleep Apnea our host, Dr. Neil Skolnik will discuss an overview of OSA. In Part 2 we will take a deep dive into diagnosis, Part 3 will discuss treatment options, and Part 4 will look at cases. This special episode is supported by an independent educational grant from Lilly. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, M.D., Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health Paul Doghramji, MD – Medical Director of Health Services at Ursinus College, Attending Family Physician at Collegeville Family Practice Selected references: Diagnosis and Management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea - A Review. JAMA. 2020;323(14):1389-1400 Obstructive sleep apnea and obesity: A review of epidemiology, pathophysiology and the effect of weight-loss treatments.  Sleep Medicine Reviews 2024;78:1-12

In this special episode on Hypercortisolism in Diabetes our host, Dr. Neil Skolnik, will discuss new evidence showing the surprising prevalence of Hypercortisolism in people with uncontrolled Type 2 Diabetes.  This special episode is supported by an independent educational grant from Corcept. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, M.D., Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health John Buse MD – The Verne S. Caviness Distinguished Professor and director of the Diabetes Center at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine, a past president of medicine & science at the American Diabetes Association (ADA), and recipient of the ADA Outstanding Achievement in Clinical Diabetes Research Award, Reference: Prevalence of Hypercortisolism in Difficult-to-Control Type 2 Diabetes. Diabetes Care dc242841 https://doi.org/10.2337/dc24-2841  

Diabetes Core Update is a monthly podcast that presents and discusses the latest clinically relevant articles from the American Diabetes Association’s four science and medical journals – Diabetes, Diabetes Care, Clinical Diabetes, and Diabetes Spectrum. Each episode is approximately 25 minutes long and presents 5-6 recently published articles from ADA journals. Intended for practicing physicians and health care professionals, Diabetes Core Update   discusses how the latest research and information published in journals of the American Diabetes Association are relevant to clinical practice and can be applied in a treatment setting. Welcome to diabetes core update where every month we go over the most important articles to come out in the field of diabetes. Articles that are important for practicing clinicians to understand to stay up with the rapid changes in the field.  This issue will review: 1.     Lepodisiran — A Long-Duration Small Interfering RNA Targeting Lipoprotein(a) - NEJM 2.     Diabetes and Anemia – Diabetes Care 3.     Efficacy and Safety of Finerenone in Type 2 Diabetes: A Pooled Analysis of Trials – Diabetes Care 4.     Cardiovascular and Kidney Outcomes and Mortality With Long- Acting Injectable and Oral Glucagon-Like Peptide 1 Receptor Agonists in Individuals With Type 2 Diabetes: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Trials – Diabetes Care 5.     Oral Semaglutide and Cardiovascular Outcomes in High-Risk Type 2 Diabetes - NEJM   For more information about each of ADA’s science and medical journals, please visit Diabetesjournals.org. Hosts: Neil Skolnik, M.D., Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health John J. Russell, M.D., Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Chair-Department of Family Medicine, Abington Jefferson Health

In this special episode on Early Identification and Delay of Type 1 Diabetes, Dr. Neil Skolnik this emerging area with Dr. Jay Shubrook. This special episode is supported by an independent educational grant from Sanofi. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, M.D., Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health Jay Shubrook, D.O.  - Professor and Director of Diabetes Services, Touro University. Past  Chair, The American Diabetes Association Primary Care Advisory Group, Past Chair of the American College of Diabetology.   Selected References and Resources referred to the in the Podcast: Webinar Registration (Apr 28, 2025 10:00 AM): Early Detection Saves Lives: Implementing Type 1 Diabetes Screening in Pediatric and Primary Care References: Consensus guidance for monitoring individuals with islet autoantibody-positive pre-stage 3 type 1 diabetes. Diabetes Care 2024;47(8):1276–1298 An Anti-CD3 Antibody, Teplizumab, in Relatives at Risk for Type 1 Diabetes. N Engl J Med 2019;381:603-613 Resources for Auto-antibody Testing: Type 1 Diabetes TrialNet Centers of Excellence Locations Type 1 Risk test         Trialnet  

Michael Blaha, a renowned Professor of Cardiology and Epidemiology at Johns Hopkins, shares insights on diabetes and cardiovascular health. He dives into the role of coronary artery calcium scoring for risk management, emphasizing personalized strategies for patients. Blaha also discusses the health-related quality of life post-bariatric surgery versus lifestyle changes and addresses alarming risks associated with diabetes medications, including potential suicide. Lastly, he highlights the critical sleep-diabetes connection, especially for women with gestational diabetes.

Welcome to this special series of Diabetes Core Update, titled, “What’s Next”.  In this podcast series by the American Diabetes Association where each episode explores the cutting-edge world of diabetes-related treatment and care, looking at new and future enterprises advancing diabetes and obesity care.  The series features interviews with leading industry representatives, researchers, and innovators who are shaping this care. From groundbreaking new products and treatments to the latest research advances, "What's Next?" aims to have a broad scope and offers a look at the innovations that are set to transform the landscape of diabetes and related metabolic conditions.  This special edition of Diabetes Core Update, “What’s Next”, is sponsored by Ciba Health. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health Innocent Clement, MD MPH MBA, CEO and Founder of Ciba Health. Discussed in this Podcast: CIBA Health

In this special episode on Treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF) our host, Dr. Neil Skolnik will lead a case-based discussion on HFpEF, presenting challenges and integration of emerging evidence into clinical practice. This special episode is supported by an independent educational grant from Roche. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, M.D., Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health Susan Kuchera, M.D. - Clinical Assistant Professor of Family and Community Medicine at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University and Program Director of the Family Medicine Residency at Jefferson Health Abington. Muthu Vaduganathan M.D. - Cardiologist and Co-Director, Center for Cardiometabolic Implementation Science at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School; Associate Editor of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.   Selected references referred to the in the Podcast: Heart Failure: An Underappreciated Complication of Diabetes. A Consensus Report of the American Diabetes Association.  Diabetes Care 2022  2023 American College of Cardiology Expert Consensus Decision Pathway on Management of Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Journal of the American College of Cardiology 2023 Time to Clinical Benefit of Dapagliflozin in Patients With Heart Failure With Mildly Reduced or Preserved Ejection Fraction. JAMA Cardiology 2022;7(12):1259-1263    

Diabetes Core Update is a monthly podcast that presents and discusses the latest clinically relevant articles from the American Diabetes Association’s four science and medical journals – Diabetes, Diabetes Care, Clinical Diabetes, and Diabetes Spectrum. Each episode is approximately 25 minutes long and presents 5-6 recently published articles from ADA journals. Intended for practicing physicians and health care professionals, Diabetes Core Update   discusses how the latest research and information published in journals of the American Diabetes Association are relevant to clinical practice and can be applied in a treatment setting. Welcome to diabetes core update where every month we go over the most important articles to come out in the field of diabetes. Articles that are important for practicing clinicians to understand to stay up with the rapid changes in the field.  This issue will review: 1.     Dapagliflozin plus calorie restriction for remission of type 2 diabetes 2.     Tirzepatide for Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction and Obesity 3.     Effectiveness of Empagliflozin vs Dapagliflozin for Kidney Outcomes in Type 2 Diabetes 4.     Tirzepatide Associated With Reduced Albuminuria in Participants With Type 2 Diabetes 5.     Use of SGLT2i Versus DPP-4i as an Add-On Therapy and the Risk of PAD-Related Surgical Events (Amputation, Stent Placement, or Vascular Surgery)   For more information about each of ADA’s science and medical journals, please visit Diabetesjournals.org. Hosts: Neil Skolnik, M.D., Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health John J. Russell, M.D., Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Chair-Department of Family Medicine, Abington Jefferson Health

In this special edition of Diabetes Core Update, host Neil Skolnik, MD, explores the timely and critical topic of compounded medications in diabetes care. In this episode Dr. Skolnik moderates a discussion between a family doctor, a patient, and a pharmacist about practical decision making around the topic of compounded medication for the treatment of overweight and obesity. This special edition of Diabetes Core Update is supported by Lilly. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, MD – Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington–Jefferson Health John Hertig, PharmD, MS, CPPS – Associate Professor, Butler University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Susan Kuchera, MD - Clinical Assistant Professor of Family and Community Medicine at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University and Program Director of the Family Medicine Residency at Jefferson Health Abington. Lisa Kessler MS, CCC-SLP - Infant-toddler Homebased Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist Compounded GLP 1 and Dual GIP/GLP 1 Receptor Agonists: A Statement from the American Diabetes Association. Diabetes Care December 2, 2024;  dci240091 https://doi.org/10.2337/dci24-0091 PubMed: 39620926 FDA’s Concerns with Unapproved GLP-1 Drugs Used for Weight Loss.  US FDA Website ( current as of 12/18/2024)