Type 1 Diabetes Lounge Sponsored by Kovler
Posted: May 8th, 2012 | Author: kovlerdaily | Filed under: Diabetes Programs, Events, Kovler Diabetes Center Staff | Tags: Amy Hess-Fischl, Bayer, certified diabetes educators, Chicago, DexCom, diabetes, diabetes support and programs, dr. lou philipson, Eli Lilly, Glenview Golf Club, kovler diabetes center, lou philipson, Medtronic, North Shore, philipson, Roche, type 1 diabetes, Type 1 Diabetes Lounge | No Comments »On April 28, more than 65 guests and 10 vendors attended the Type 1 Diabetes Lounge educational luncheon on “Type 1 Diabetes: Innovation in Care and Research” at the Glenview Golf Club. This event is a first of its kind in the North Shore of Chicago targeting adults living with Type 1 diabetes and providing critical education and support on managing diabetes throughout the lifespan.
This event was very well received by the vendors and attendees alike. Many commented how there is not education like this in the North Shore that specifically targets Type 1 diabetes. Additionally, the intimate setting to hear Amy and Lou speak was a main draw. Kovler Diabetes Center sponsored the event, which included a vendor showcase and presentations by Kovler team members, Lou Philipson, MD, PhD, and Amy Hess-Fischl, MS, RD, LDN, BC-ADM, CDE. Dr. Philipson presented the “Frontiers in Diabetes Research”, and Amy spoke to attendees on diabetes management as well as providing the seminar “Beyond Carb Counting: Advanced Tips & Tools.”
Many attendees were parents of teens/adults living with diabetes, as well as many adults with type 1 diabetes. Someone drove all the way from Peoria, IL!
The North Shore is a critical outreach area for Kovler (for patient referrals as well as fundraising) and this event was an effective outreach to key stakeholders. Vendors were thoroughly impressed by attendees including Eli Lilly, DexCom, Roche, Medtronic, Bayer, to name a few.
“Kovler Diabetes Center is proud to participate in educational events like this,” said Peggy Hasenauer, MS, RN, Executive Director of Kovler Diabetes Center. “By partnering with a longstanding organization like Type 1 Diabetes Lounge, we are able to provide a broader understanding of current diabetes research and advances, while also providing practical and easy tips that attendees can apply in their everyday lives.”
You can find more pictures from the event on our Facebook page!