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Diabetes Core Update

Diabetes Core Update

American Diabetes Association 100 Episodes Sep 14, 2026

Diabetes Core Update is a monthly podcast that presents and discusses the latest clinically relevant articles in the field of diabetes research and care, including those from the American Diabetes Association's three science and health journals. Each episode is approximately 15 minutes long and covers 5-6 recently published articles from ADA journals and beyond. The podcast is intended for practicing physicians and health care professionals, discussing how the latest research and information can be applied in a treatment setting.

Episodes

Sarcopenic Obesity & T2D, Cumulative BMI Burden From Childhood to Adulthood & Risk of Metabolic Multimorbidity, and more!
Sarcopenic Obesity & T2D, Cumulative BMI Burden From Childhood to Adulthood & Risk of Metabolic Multimorbidity, and more! Sep 14, 2026 24:37 Welcome to the latest episode (September 2026) of DOC Updates, where every month Neil Skolnik, MD and John Russell, MD review the most important articles on diabetes, obesity, and cardiometabolic disease. This month on DOC Updates: Diaz KM, Murdock ME, Serafini MA, et al. Evaluating movement breaks as a public health strategy to mitigate the harms of prolonged sitting: a large-scale pragmatic inte
Special Edition: Hypertension Part 2—Advanced Hypertension Management: Uncontrolled and Resistant Hypertension and the Importance of Aldosterone
Special Edition: Hypertension Part 2—Advanced Hypertension Management: Uncontrolled and Resistant Hypertension and the Importance of Aldosterone Sep 8, 2026 39:38 Uncontrolled and resistant hypertension is more common than we think. In the second episode of this special three-part series, Dr. Neil Skolnik discusses management strategies, but also explores our new understanding of aldosterone and its stealth role in hypertension. This series is supported with support from AstraZeneca. Please listen to the episodes by clicking on the podcast player below or b
Special Edition: Metabolic-Dysfunction Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD) and Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH)
Special Edition: Metabolic-Dysfunction Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD) and Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH) Sep 3, 2026 22:38 What is the difference between MASH and MASLD? In this special episode, Dr. Neil Skolnik breaks down these conditions, which affect insulin resistance of the liver, an area of increasing concern for people with diabetes. This special episode is sponsored with support from Lilly. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jeffer
Special Edition: Evidence-Based Strategies for Weight Loss and Long-Term Weight Maintenance
Special Edition: Evidence-Based Strategies for Weight Loss and Long-Term Weight Maintenance Aug 24, 2026 32:04 Weight maintenance is a challenging topic for both clinicians and patients. In this special episode, Neil Skolnik is joined by Jamie Almondoz, MD, who discusses the toxic narratives that have historically been part of the weight loss conversation, and the latest strategies for maintaining a healthy weight after the initial loss. This special episode is sponsored with support from Lilly. Please lis
Special Edition: What's Next—The Role of Health Systems in Managing CKD Associated with T1D & T2D
Special Edition: What's Next—The Role of Health Systems in Managing CKD Associated with T1D & T2D Aug 17, 2026 33:00 To achieve optimal outcomes for patients, it is not only the individual efforts of clinicians that matter in achieving optimal outcomes for our patients. Having a system that supports and facilitates those efforts is essential. In this special episode, Neil Skolnik speaks with Nihar Desai about the challenges of managing chronic kidney disease and diabetes. This special episode is sponsored with s
Katherine Tuttle on SGLT2s & CKD in T2D, Alexander Turchin on medications after Metformin, and High vs. Low CVD Risk, the ADA's statement on employment and diabetes, and more!
Katherine Tuttle on SGLT2s & CKD in T2D, Alexander Turchin on medications after Metformin, and High vs. Low CVD Risk, the ADA's statement on employment and diabetes, and more! Aug 10, 2026 35:49 With the launch of a new journal, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) is also launching a brand new podcast: The Points of CARE, the official podcast of Diabetes, Obesity, and CardioMetabolic CARE. Join hosts Richard Beaser, MD and Jane Reusch, MD, as they highlight key research findings, clinical implications, and emerging themes across diabetes, obesity, and cardiometabolic health through in
Impact of Finerenone on Albuminuria in T1D, National Trends in Out-of-Pocket Cost for Glucose-Lowering Drugs, and more!
Impact of Finerenone on Albuminuria in T1D, National Trends in Out-of-Pocket Cost for Glucose-Lowering Drugs, and more! Aug 10, 2026 32:19 Welcome to the latest episode (August 2026) of DOC Updates, where every month Neil Skolnik, MD and John Russell, MD review the most important articles on diabetes, obesity, and cardiometabolic disease. This month on DOC Updates: Hirsh Elhence, Jennifer L. Dodge, Stephen Fuest, et al. National Prevalence of Clinical Obesity by BMI Class: A National Cross-Sectional Study. Ann Intern Med. [Epub 2 Ju
Special Edition: Hypertension Part I—Overview and Management
Special Edition: Hypertension Part I—Overview and Management Aug 6, 2026 33:38 In the first episode of this special three-part series, Neil Skolnik speaks with Dr. Minesh Rajpal. Together, they provide an overview, discussing the assessment and management of high blood pressure. This special episode is sponsored with support from AstraZeneca. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University
Special Edition: Highlights from the ADA's 2026 Scientific Sessions
Special Edition: Highlights from the ADA's 2026 Scientific Sessions Jul 30, 2026 44:41 In this special crossover episode, recorded live at the American Diabetes Association's Scientific Sessions in New Orleans, the hosts of the ADA's professional podcasts—DOC Updates, Diabetes Care "On Air", DiabetesBio, and The Points of CARE—come together to discuss key highlights and groundbreaking research presented at the 2026 meeting. They share expert insights across the bench-to-bedside spec
Special Edition: Lp(a) & CV Risk
Special Edition: Lp(a) & CV Risk Jul 24, 2026 34:06 Over two decades ago, Lipoprotein(a)—or Lp(a)—was recognized as an emerging risk factor for cardiovascular disease. In this special edition of DOC Updates, Dr. Neil Skolnik explores our growing understanding of this cholesterol-carrying lipoprotein. This special episode is sponsored with support from Lilly. Please listen to the episodes by clicking on the podcast player below or by freely subscrib
Special Edition: What's Next—Once-Weekly Insulins—Mechanisms and Practical Considerations
Special Edition: What's Next—Once-Weekly Insulins—Mechanisms and Practical Considerations Jul 17, 2026 25:40 Continuing his exploration of once-weekly insulins, Neil Skolnik speaks with Aaron King, MD. Together, they cover the mechanisms, practical considerations, and the myriad benefits that this new therapy can have over daily basal insulin. This special episode is sponsored with support from Novo Nordisk. Please listen to the episodes by clicking on the podcast player below or by freely subscribing to
Special Edition: What's Next—CKD in Type 1 Diabetes—An Urgent Need for Therapies
Special Edition: What's Next—CKD in Type 1 Diabetes—An Urgent Need for Therapies Jul 7, 2026 28:18 There is a fundamental link between diabetes and kidney care. But while there are many medications available to improve CKD outcomes in people with type 2 diabetes, the same options are not available for people with type 1. In this special episode, Dr. Neil Skolnik speaks with Janet McGill, MD, MA, FACE, FACP about the underdiscussed prevalence of CKD in type 1 and the importance of continued deve

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