175. The Doctor Behind Some of the Biggest T1D Breakthroughs Tells All

In this episode of Reclaim Your Rise, I sit down with the legendary Dr. Jay Skyler, whose six decades of work have profoundly shaped the world of type 1 diabetes care. From challenging outdated pregnancy guidelines in the 1970s to pioneering immune intervention and islet transplantation trials, Dr. Skyler’s story is a living blueprint of how far we’ve come. We discuss the early days of research, the development of insulin dosing algorithms, and the quiet revolutions that transformed the lives of people with T1D. This conversation serves as a poignant reminder of the power of persistence, legacy, and striving for something greater than ourselves.

Quick Takeaways:

• Pioneering some of the most profound research & advancements in T1D: From shifting outdated pregnancy guidelines to developing foundational insulin dosing algorithms.
• Future directions for the care and management of type 1 diabetes: What’s next in research, treatment, and patient-centered innovation.
• The closest update we have on a cure: What’s holding us back—and how each of us can play a role in moving the needle forward.

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