Jun 2, 2026, 09:00 AM
ADCES26 will focus on addressing inequities in diabetes care through innovation, workforce diversity, and collaborative solutions. The blog highlights that diabetes disproportionately affects marginalized populations due to social, economic, and cultural barriers, emphasizing the need for equitable, patient-centered care that builds trust and involves individuals in decision-making.
May 27, 2026, 22:49 PM
This post is a powerful look at the hidden challenges of type 1 diabetes care in Guam and the Pacific. From delayed diagnoses to limited access to specialists, technology, and support, this post shares why families are too often navigating care alone — and why urgent action and partnership are needed to close the gap.
May 12, 2026, 08:53 AM
This post pulls back the curtain on the real challenges new diabetes care and education specialists face—from complex patient needs to navigating a strained healthcare system—while revealing the human side of the work. It’s a compelling look at why, despite the overwhelm, this role remains one of the most impactful and deeply rewarding paths in health care.
May 5, 2026, 09:35 AM
ADCES26 highlights practical innovations in care delivery that help diabetes care and education specialists overcome real-world barriers like limited time, staffing constraints, and low patient engagement to scale DSMES and improve outcomes. This blog post emphasizes translating evidence into actionable strategies—through community-based care, digital tools, collaboration, and sustainable workforce models—to make diabetes education more accessible, effective, and impactful.
Apr 20, 2026, 16:04 PM
For many diabetes care and education specialists, the journey into the profession is not always straightforward, but it is often deeply meaningful. ADCES Fellows stories highlight not only the evolution of the specialty, but also the opportunities available to those willing to step into it.
In this Fellows Spotlight, we hear from Nathan A. Painter. From early clinical experiences to national leadership, his journey offers practical advice and perspective for novice diabetes care and education specialists and for those considering entering the specialty.
Apr 8, 2026, 14:51 PM
Brian Burroughs describes how his early, algorithm-driven approach to diabetes care felt incomplete as he recognized the daily challenges patients face. Pursuing the CDCES credential and engaging with ADCES shifted his practice toward a more holistic, team-based, and patient-centered approach focused on education and self-management. This experience ultimately reshaped his role as a clinician, helping him better support patients living with diabetes.
Mar 2, 2026, 12:19 PM
In this edition of our ADCES Fellows Spotlight series, we highlight Sara “Mandy” Reece, PharmD, CDCES, FADCES, whose career in diabetes care was shaped by a single patient encounter early in her professional journey. From public health and clinical practice to academia and leadership, Dr. Reece has remained dedicated to advancing diabetes education, embracing innovation in technology, and mentoring future clinicians. As an ADCES Fellow, she exemplifies the passion, service and commitment that define excellence in diabetes care and education. Her message to those considering the specialty: take the first step — the impact will follow.
Feb 10, 2026, 15:43 PM
The 2025 ADCES National Practice Survey shows that diabetes care and education specialists are more vital than ever, with roles expanding well beyond DSMES into technology training, medication management, behavioral health and whole-person care. DCESs are increasingly recognized as the go-to experts in diabetes technology, even as they navigate rapid innovation, including emerging AI tools. While job satisfaction remains high, ongoing challenges like time constraints, burnout, and keeping pace with technology highlight the need for continued support. Read a summary of the highlights but then read the paper in full!
Feb 2, 2026, 14:30 PM
Not sure what the “right” next step is in your diabetes care and education career? You’re not alone. In our latest Q&A, ADCES Fellow Joanne Rinker, MS, RDN, BC-ADM, CDCES, LDN, FADCES, shares how she navigated career pivots, from outpatient DSMES to building a groundbreaking statewide program, to national leadership at ADCES, and now medical education in industry. Learn how she’s defined—and redefined—success along the way and get her advice for emerging specialists ready to grow.
Jan 15, 2026, 12:58 PM
A new international Consensus Statement on Diabetes Technology in Pregnancy provides clear, evidence-based guidance on using CGM and AID for pregnant individuals with type 1, type 2, or gestational diabetes. Developed by global experts and endorsed by 25 organizations including ADCES, the statement offers 14 practical recommendations that translate emerging evidence into clinical practice. It highlights how CGM and AID can improve pregnancy-specific time in range, glycemic stability, and maternal and neonatal outcomes, while addressing the unique physiological and emotional demands of pregnancy.