New Issue of Patient Newsletter Available
The Spring 2010 issue of The Dialog, a newsletter created for people with diabetes and working on healthy weight management, is now available. This latest issue includes articles on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and updates on ongoing Penn State research studies.
Registration is Now Open for Annual Research Summit
The Penn State Institute for Diabetes and Obesity and the Penn State Hershey Diabetes and Obesity Institute announce the 6th Annual Diabetes and Obesity Research Summit on April 19, 2010 at the Hotel Hershey, Hershey, PA. The overall goal of this event is to provide a forum for multiple disciplinary ideas and facilitate the creation of diverse teams enabling translational research.
Receive a Free Copy of the Diabetes Playbook
The Penn State Hershey Diabetes and Obesity Institute has received the Allene Von Son Award from the American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE) for its innovative and award-winning Diabetes Playbook. More information about the Diabetes Playbook or to order a free copy.
Diabetes Medication Statisfaction Tool
The Diabetes Medication Satisfaction Tool (DMSAT) offers a comprehensive assessment of the patients' satisfaction with diabetes treatment options. The results of the tool are useful for individualizing therapeutic decision making. Obtain a copy of the DMSAT. Find out more detailed information about the DMSAT, or contact the author, Dr. Roger Anderson.
2010 Penn State Diabetes & Obesity Research Summit
Monday, April 19, 2010 – 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Hotel Hershey, Hershey, Pennsylvania
The Penn State Institute for Diabetes and Obesity and the Penn State Hershey Diabetes and Obesity Institute announce the 6th Annual Diabetes and Obesity Research Summit on April 19, 2010 at the Hotel Hershey, Hershey, PA. The overall goal of this event is to provide a forum for multiple disciplinary ideas and facilitate the creation of diverse teams enabling translational research.
The Keynote Speaker for this year’s event is Dr. Douglas Greene, MD, Senior VIP & Chief Medical Officer of Sanofi-Aventis. Dr. Greene is known for his ground-breaking research in diabetic neuropathy, while leading Diabetes Centers at the Universities of Pittsburgh and Michigan. His Keynote lecture will address issues of industry-academia collaboration.
This event has experienced significant growth each year, so early registration is encouraged.
The Summit includes plenary and poster sessions highlighting:
- Integrative Physiology of Obesity, Obesity Co-morbidities and Diabetes Pathogenesis
- Lifestyle Modifications and Behavioral Medicine Approaches to Diabetes and Obesity
- Engineering and Technology Support for Obesity and Diabetes
- Reinventing Diabetes and Obesity Care
- Acute and Chronic Complications of Obesity and Diabetes
Shuttle bus service will be available between University Park to Hershey.
http://www.pennstatehershey.org/web/diabetesresearch/home
- Registration Deadline*: March 15, 2010
http://www.pennstatehershey.org/web/diabetesresearch/home/register
*Register early to ensure acceptance. Registrations received by March 15, 2010 will be confirmed by e-mail. Late registrations can be accepted only if space is available.
- Abstract Deadline: March 15, 2010
http://www.pennstatehershey.org/web/diabetesresearch/home/submission
*Students, fellows and post-docs are especially encouraged to present their work as posters. Awards will be given to outstanding poster presentations.
This event is sponsored by Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, the Penn State College of Medicine, Penn State Hershey Diabetes and Obesity Institute, and multiple colleges at University Park. The program has been planned by members of the Penn State Institute for Diabetes and Obesity (PSIDO) Executive Committee, Programmatic Chairs and faculty.
Penn State College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Penn State College of Medicine designates this educational activity for a maximum of 6.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
A list of all upcoming Penn State Hershey Diabetes and Obesity Institute educational events is available on the PSHDOI educational calendar.
You can help us reach our goals. A tax-deductible contribution to Penn State Hershey Diabetes and Obesity Institute is an everlasting gift. Your donation helps ensure that our diabetes-related research, education, and patient care programs will continue to improve the health health of those with diabetes. To learn more about giving options and financial support, contact Susan Rathfon-Coble, Penn State Hershey Diabetes and Obesity Institute, Penn State Hershey Medical Center, at 717-531-7754.
