Cardiometabolic Health & Diabetes Resources

Diabetes Education for Health Care Providers & Their Patients

30% of the global population is living with higher weight/BMI or living with obesity, and cardiovascular disease stands as the leading global cause of death. Meanwhile, the prevalence of diabetes is on the rise, with an estimated 592 million people projected to have it by 2035. Help tackle these issues by equipping yourself with the knowledge to reduce cardiometabolic risk, and combat the development of cardiometabolic diseases with specialized education and resources from danatech.

Cardiometabolic Condition & Treatment Resources for Health Care Providers

This page is supported by Lilly. Content, unless otherwise noted, was created independently by ADCES.

Online Learning Opportunities

Explore courses related to cardiometabolic health and diabetes. Topics include weight loss, treatments, lifestyle enhancements, the latest technological advancements and more.

Understanding the Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM) Continuum

CKM syndrome is the term that is used to describe the overlapping relationship between cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, Type 2 diabetes, and obesity. Learners will obtain knowledge about the stages of CKM syndrome and gain essential knowledge to help prevent and manage its associated comorbidities.

Person-Centered Care for Individuals Who Have Higher Weight

This certificate program helps health care providers gain tools, strategies and confidence to provide compassionate, individualized care to higher weight individuals.

Obesity: The Treatment Landscape

This program addresses epidemiology and basic pathophysiology of obesity, particularly that of why it's hard to lose weight and maintain weight loss. Lifestyle interventions and medication management strategies will be addressed, and medications on the horizon will be introduced to the audience.

Nutritional Counseling and Considerations When Using Obesity Medications

This program takes a deep dive into counseling patients regarding nutrition surrounding the use of obesity medications (OM). Creating an individualized approach to diet and nutrition for each patient in order to optimize weight management, from pre-OM use through OM initiation and titration and extending into the weight management period is discussed. Sponsored by Lilly

Overcoming Challenges with GLP-1 RA Therapy for the Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes

Presented at ADCES24. Mitigating therapeutic inertia with GLP-1 therapy is challenging, as side effects, limited access, and high costs often lead to early discontinuation. This program outlines common barriers to GLP-1 use in Type 2 diabetes and offers practical, evidence-based solutions for diabetes care and education specialists.

Clinician Resources

Downloadable information and resources on the topic of obesity and an online discussion forum.

Addressing Obesity in Diabetes

ADCES practice paper written in 2023 that provides a clinical overview of obesity and covers the diabetes care and education specialists role in addressing the issue using the ADCES7 self-care behaviors. Also discusses weight stigma, pharmacotherapy and bariatric surgery.

Contributing Factors to Obesity

Explains obesity as a complex, chronic disease influenced by biological, behavioral, environmental, psychological and social factors. It also supports reducing weight bias and creating tailored interventions to better meet patient needs. Content created by Lilly.

Comprehensive Obesity Care

Covers assessing and diagnosing obesity, its health impacts, and using tools like the 5 As to guide care. It helps DCESs deliver patient-centered, evidence-based treatment plans. Content created by Lilly.

Why is Obesity Diagnosis Important?

Shows why diagnosing obesity is key to improving weight and cardiometabolic outcomes. It supports early intervention, better care coordination, and effective risk management. Content created by Lilly.

Practical Evidence-Based Nutrition Recommendations for Patients Receiving Obesity Management Medication

Provides practical, evidence-based nutrition guidance for patients using obesity management medications, including strategies to maintain adequate nutrient intake, hydration, and balanced eating patterns despite reduced appetite. Content created by Lilly.

Cardiometabolic Learning Collaborative Community

In collaboration with the National Kidney Foundation and the Preventive Cardiology Nurses Association, ADCES has established the Cardiometabolic Learning Collaborative, a practice group that aims to bring together interdisciplinary practitioners and health care professionals with a specific interest in cardio-kidney-metabolic health. Join this practice group for rich discussions, knowledge of emerging science and practice nuggets in the care of those with cardiometabolic conditions. The group is open to all ADCES members and interested non-members.

ADCES Podcast Episodes Related to Cardiometabolic Care

These short podcasts for health care professionals are designed to provide high-level information to help care for the metabolic health of clients and patients. Access additional resources on our podcast pages for in-depth information on each subject. Topics include treatments, weight loss advice, the role of the DCES and more.

Physical Considerations for Being Active with Type 2 Diabetes

Meeting Glycemic Goals Early in Type 2 Diabetes

Staying Healthy With Type 2 Diabetes While Losing Weight

The Value of the DCES: Impacting Cardiometabolic Outcomes

Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease: Are Statins Enough?

Helping Clients/Patients Meet Targets with GLP-1 and GIP/GLP-1 Receptor Agonists

The Four Pillars of Obesity Treatment

Developed by the Obesity Medicine Association, the Four Pillars of Obesity Treatment are Nutrition Therapy, Physical Activity, Behavior Modification and Medical Interventions. Learn more

The Danatech Digest

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DISCLAIMERS: 

This site and its services do not constitute the practice of medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always talk to your diabetes care and education specialist or health care provider for diagnosis and treatment, including your specific medical needs. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem or condition, please contact a qualified health care professional immediately. To find a diabetes care and education specialist near you, visit the ADCES finder tool.

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Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM)

Glucose Meters (BGM) & Monitoring

Training Clients/Patients

Troubleshooting Insulin Delivery Devices