On Nov. 7th, a Nursing Continuing Education event titled “Diabetes Care: A Team Effort” was presented to Riverside nurses and staff from across the organization.

Mary Kohl started the morning with opening remarks.

Presenters included:

• Dr. Rachel Shell, MD (Riverside Endocrinology Specialists) who presented “Pathophysiology of Type Diabetes”
• Kellye Eagan, CDCES, BCACP, BCPS (Riverside Medical Group) who presented Medications Indicated for Diabetes Management (highlighting those with obesity crossover), Expectations, Complications, Counseling, and Coverage Tips
• Julie Allen, MS, RD, LDN, CDCES, CPT (Riverside Diabetes Center) who presented Diabetes technology and nutrition

There were 30 staff in attendance.