Event hosted by: MacDonald Center for Obesity Prevention and Education (COPE)

Event title: Type 2 Diabetes Prevention: Lifestyle Change and Coverage Considerations

Date: March 9, 2018 Location: Driscoll Hall, Villanova University

Time: 8AM- 4:15PM CPEUs: 6.5 Featured

Speakers: Hope S. Warshaw, MMSc, RD, CDE, BC-ADM, FAADE Leslie E. Kolb RN, BSN, MBA Gary Scheiner MS, CDE

Conference details: This conference will provide an overview of the growing and compelling evidence base for Type 2 diabetes prevention or delay, update practitioners on the latest medications, diet and lifestyle modifications, including physical activity, that form a sound strategy for reversing the alarming trends in pre-diabetes and Type 2 diabetes prevalence. In addition, guided by experts in the field, practitioners will participate in interactive case studies to hone their skills in diabetes prevention and will hear from a panel of successful weight loss maintainers about their individual journeys and secrets to losing and maintaining a healthier weight, while achieving long term reductions in HgA1c. To leverage these prevention strategies in clinical practice and communities, a review of the National Diabetes Prevention Program research, CDC recognition standards and reimbursement landscape, the brand new Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program (MDPP) launch and requirements will also be discussed. Opportunities for DSMES programs and diabetes educators to house their own DPP program will be presented, along with ample resources and support.

Registration website:http://www1.villanova.edu/villanova/nursing/centers/obesity/conferences.html