My Diabetes Tutor - Diabetes Education Telehealth

There’s no doubt that a sedentary lifestyle is terrible for people with diabetes. But what advice is there for patients whose jobs or physical limitations keep them sitting most of the day? It's important to avoid sitting for more than 60 consecutive minutes. Recent research (https://buff.ly/3PBxgwL.) showed that short breaks of low- to moderate-intensity physical activity (even just standing for a few minutes every 30 minutes) between prolonged sitting improves glycemic control in healthy as well as overweight or obese individuals. Exercise of any type and intensity enhances insulin sensitivity and glucose Being consistently active is not always easy, which is why My Diabetes Tutor’s (MDT) Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialists provide education and personalized support to help improve each patient’s lifestyle decisions that impact diabetes management. Learn more about MDT’s Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) program: https://buff.ly/3WTLjSU #diabetespatientcare #empowerpatients #diabetes

Physical and mental stress can release adrenaline and cortisol into the blood, which can raise blood glucose levels. Unexpected peaks in blood glucose levels from stress and anxiety may negatively impact a person’s diabetes management and lead to adverse symptoms. But knowing stress triggers and practicing stress-reduction techniques may help people manage these occurrences. During personalized telehealth education sessions, My Diabetes Tutor’s (MDT) Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialists (CDCES) can help patients identify stressors. They offer individualized support that helps patients regain control of diabetes, including identifying blood sugar spike triggers and developing strategies to reduce spikes. Learn more: https://buff.ly/49eDcUW #diabetesmanagement #diabeteseducation #stress

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For healthcare practitioners with CharmHealth EHRs, CharmHealthHub offers innovative apps, services and tools that connect seamlessly with the EHR. My Diabetes Tutor (MDT) is pleased to be part of CharmHealthHub. MDT offers one-on-one telehealth diabetes education that is easily accessible to providers and their patients. Our certified education specialists help patients throughout the nation regain control of diabetes and manage their overall health through personalized education and support. Our virtual education works! For more than 5,000 patients, MDT helped them achieve an average A1C reduction of 1.6, with patient satisfaction for our program exceeding 96%. MDT’s virtual services are covered by most insurance providers and are offered in seven languages. For independent providers who need support with diabetes education, check out MDT on the CharmHealthHub: https://buff.ly/3DF17BG #diabeteseducation #telehealth #EHR

Does your patient with diabetes need help selecting an insulin pump? Most insulin pumps are now designed as an Automated Insulin Delivery (AID) system, meaning that the insulin pump communicates with a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) to adjust insulin delivery based on glucose levels and trends. There are several different AID pump systems available, and the MDT team can help your patients navigate the pump decision process. MDT’s team offers a virtual introductory pump session to determine which AID will work best for each patient. Learn more: https://buff.ly/47VoAsc #CGM #insulinpump #diabetesmanagement

As healthcare professionals, we know how challenging it can be to effectively manage diabetes. With so many moving parts – from monitoring blood sugar levels to making lifestyle changes – patients need more than just a prescription. They need ongoing support and education. My Diabetes Tutor’s (MDT) telehealth Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) program extends your efforts beyond the clinic. It supports your practice by providing your patients with the tools they need to take charge of their health. MDT’s personalized diabetes education can: ? Reduce the burden of daily monitoring for patients ? Improve patient adherence to treatment plans ? Enhance patient engagement and self-management skills ? Foster better communication and outcomes Together, we can improve the lives of your patients living with diabetes. Learn more about MDT’s DSMES program: https://buff.ly/3WTLjSU #diabetespatientcare #empowerpatients #diabetes

In a recent study*, patients reported quality-of-care outcomes were comparable between telehealth users and nonusers, with no significant differences by telehealth modality or area of residence (urban or rural). Adults with diabetes who participated in telehealth visits reported similar levels of care and trust in the health-care system and patient-centered communication, compared to those who had in-person visits. A recent My Diabetes Tutor (MDT) survey with 471 respondents supports these findings, with a remarkable 97.5% of MDT participants eager to recommend our telehealth diabetes education program to others. Our remote education is proven to help patients lower their A1C by a 1.4 average reduction. It also helps patients improve weight loss, gain more quality sleep, reduce health complications and more effectively manage medication. Learn more: https://buff.ly/3WTLjSU #telehealth #diabetescare #diabeteseducation *https://buff.ly/3ZWOV84

When physician practices seek telehealth diabetes education for their patients, they can now turn to the CharmHealth Market Place to connect with My Diabetes Tutor. The Market Place highlights healthcare services for the thousands of physicians who trust CharmHealth for their practice management needs. "Welcoming My Diabetes Tutor to the CharmHealth Market Place provides physicians with seamless access to diabetes education resources, addressing a critical need in chronic care," says Venky Chellappa, PhD, VP Sales & Business Development, CharmHealth. "This timely addition reflects the latest trends in patient-centered care, underscoring CharmHealth's dedication to advancing healthcare through technology and supporting practices in delivering comprehensive, proactive care beyond the traditional clinic setting." My Diabetes Tutor is happy to bring our proven Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support program to the fingertips of providers and patients through CharmHealth Market Place. Check out CharmHealth Market Place: https://buff.ly/3DF17BG #telehealth #diabeteseducation #digitalhealth

Almost 40 million Americans have diabetes, and nearly half of those will develop diabetic retinopathy, a condition that causes damage to the blood vessels of the retina. That’s why everyone with diabetes should receive regular dilated eye exams, according to the ASRS – American Society of Retina Specialists. Symptoms of diabetic retinopathy can include: ? Blurred or distorted vision ? Difficulty reading ? Spots or “floaters” in vision ? A shadow across the field of vision ? Eye pressure ? Difficulty with color perception ? Blurred or double vision Keeping blood sugar and blood pressure levels under control reduces the likelihood of developing diabetic retinopathy. My Diabetes Tutor’s (MDT) certified educators and nutrition specialists can help with remote education and support. They assess each patient’s complete health picture, lifestyle and nutritional habits. They then develop a personalized plan and provide the support patients need to stick to it. Physicians can refer patients to MDT’s program here: https://buff.ly/3FBp9eK #diabeteseducation #diabetesmanagement #diabetes

More than half of hypoglycemic episodes from diabetes are not symptomatic (and would go unrecorded without a CGM), according to a recent study published in Diabetes Care.* People may sleep through hypoglycemic events or experience hypoglycemia unawareness with no apparent symptoms and therefore don’t check their blood sugar. Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) capture these events and provide a clear picture of hypoglycemia risk before trying a new treatment or implementing lifestyle changes. My Diabetes Tutor’s (MDT) telehealth device training helps patients use a CGM effectively and understand the data it provides. Learn how MDT can support your patients: https://buff.ly/47VoAsc #CGM #continuousglucosemonitor #diabetesmanagement *https://buff.ly/49HMFVp