F08 - Transforming Diabetes Care: The Value of the DCES as a Compassionate Disruptor

Friday, August 8, 2025

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM MST

CE/CME Hours: .75 CE

Universal Activity Number (Live): JA4008258-0000-25-086-L01-P

Discover how the Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (DCES) can showcase their value by demonstrating measurable impact through empathy, innovation, and person-centered solutions. This session redefines “disruption” in healthcare as a positive, constructive approach that improves outcomes, reduces costs, and enhances patient experiences. Learn how to apply lessons from outside healthcare—like innovative approaches in business and technology—to communicate your value effectively and inspire new ways of thinking. Explore practical strategies and a comprehensive toolkit offered to ADCES members, to deliver innovative care, empower patients to live well, and drive meaningful change in your organization with the goal of better access to the important work of the DCES.

Disclosure(s):

Erin DaRosa, MBA, RDN, LD, CDCES: No financial relationships to disclose

Teresa Martin, MS, RDN, CDCES, LD: Novo Nordisk Cardiometabolic Education Program: Employment (Ongoing)

Primary Presenter(s)

Erin DaRosa, MBA, RDN, LD, CDCES

Senior Manager, Diabetes Education
HealthPartners

Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

Co-Presenter(s)

Teresa Martin, MS, RDN, CDCES, LD (she/her/hers)

Cardiometabolic Educator
NN Education Program

Disclosure(s): Novo Nordisk Cardiometabolic Education Program: Employment (Ongoing)

Session Host(s)

Sam Grossman, CDCES FADCES

Clinical Pharmacy Practitioner in diabetes and primary care
Department of Veterans Affairs