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A cure for type 1 diabetes has always felt like a distant idea, but for Patti Columbe, it's now her reality. After living with type 1 for 40 years, Patti shares her journey as a participant of the Vertex VX-880 clinical trial, where a lab-grown islet cell transplant has left her insulin-free and functionally cured. She opens up about the emotional challenges of adapting to life without diabetes and why she believes hope is finally becoming reality for the T1D community. This conversation also explores the future of stem cell therapies, immunosuppression, and what it could take to make these treatments available to more people.

 

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MiniMed’s new tubed insulin pump is finally here, and early users are beginning to share what life with the new insulin pump is really like. Our guests discuss using the system, the transition from previous pumps, what surprised them most, and how the smaller, app-controlled pump has impacted their day-to-day. The conversation also explores MiniMed's Meal Detection technology, how the algorithm handles missed or underestimated boluses, and what users would still like to see improved. Plus, stay until the end for a brand-new post-show discussion comparing the Flex to other insulin pump options and sharing the team's candid first impressions.

 

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T1D Exchange Registry (affiliate)

 

MiniMed Interview with CTO

 

Waterproof Connection Data 

 

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to your health care. 

 

*10-day trial eligibility may vary. Full terms and conditions apply. Visit omnipod.com/diabetech for clinical disclaimers, terms and important safety information. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Omnipod 5 Controller is not waterproof.

Greg Peterson has lived with type 1 diabetes for nearly 70 years and used an implantable insulin pump for more than two decades, even traveling from the U.S. to France to maintain it after the technology was discontinued. He shares how the implantable pump worked, how it dramatically improved his quality of life, and the profound impact it had on managing highs and lows as well as his relationships with loved ones. Two companies are currently working to bring next-generation implantable insulin pumps back. This conversation dives into the history of this remarkable technology, why it disappeared, and what the future could hold for implantable insulin pumps.

 

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to your health care. 

 

*10-day trial eligibility may vary. Full terms and conditions apply. Visit omnipod.com/diabetech for clinical disclaimers, terms and important safety information. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Omnipod 5 Controller is not waterproof.

I sat down with diabetes technology expert, and pharmacist, Diana Isaacs to compare every AID pump currently available in the Unites States. We dive into how each system works, who it's best suited for, and the features that truly set them apart; from Omnipod 5's tubeless form factor and Sequel's twiist DIY roots to Tandem's Control-IQ+ algorithm, the screenless MiniMed Flex, and the ease of Beta Bionics iLet. We discuss real-world pros and cons and explain what matters most when deciding on your next pump. Whether you're switching systems or considering your first pump, this conversation can help you better understand your options.

 

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Reviews & Resources: Omnipod 5, twiist, Tandem Mobi, Tandem tslim X2, MiniMed Flex, Beta Bionics iLet, Omnipod Recycle Program 

 

DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to your health care. 

 

*10-day trial eligibility may vary. Full terms and conditions apply. Visit omnipod.com/diabetech for clinical disclaimers, terms and important safety information. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Omnipod 5 Controller is not waterproof.

Gary Scheiner, CDCES, and I break down why carb counting is one of the trickiest parts of managing type 1 diabetes, and why getting it "close enough" is often more realistic than getting it perfect. We dive into how fat, protein, fiber, and alcohol each affect blood sugar differently, plus why insulin timing matters just as much as the dose. Gary shares practical estimation strategies like the hand and fist method, carb factors, and using AI tools and apps to get quick, accurate counts on the go. We also cover common "kryptonite foods" that trip people up and how to use CGM and pump data to fine-tune your ratios over time.

 

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Integrated Diabetes - work with Gary and his team

 

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Carb Counting Quiz

 

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to your health care. 

 

*10-day trial eligibility may vary. Full terms and conditions apply. Visit omnipod.com/diabetech for clinical disclaimers, terms and important safety information. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Omnipod 5 Controller is not waterproof.