Diabetech - Diabetes Tech, Research, News
We cover diabetes technology, news, research, and management tips through expert interviews and people with diabetes who use the tech. We cover all the insulin pump and continuous glucose monitor (CGM) updates, patient stories and news from every diabetes conference.
Episodes
The twiist insulin pump from Sequel Med Tech is finally in users’ hands—and people have thoughts! I sas down with two early adopters, Sean Wilkinson and nurse practitioner Jori Matushek, to discuss their first month using twiist. They dive into everything from the algorithm’s unique features—like emoji-based bolusing and retroactive carb adjustments—to infusion set design, occlusion detection, and how it feels to wear. The trio als...
This episode explores the Medtrum automated insulin system, a tubeless patch pump available across Europe, Argentina, New Zealand and more. Mariska Francke shares her experience after two years on the pump and four months using the Medtrum Nano CGM—covering setup, app use, alerts, and what it’s like day-to-day. She opens up about improved sleep, accuracy challenges, and what’s ahead with Medtrum’s next-generation sensors. We also a...
I sit down with engineer and diabetes innovator Lane Desborough to explore how control loops shape our everyday lives—and why they’re the foundation of diabetes technology. Lane shares his journey from building Nightscout to pioneering new ways to speed up diabetes device innovation. We dive into his latest work using simulations to help regulators clear devices faster, without sacrificing safety. Could this be the key to shrinking...
From inhaled insulin to an oral smart insulin pill the future of insulin innovation is bright! David Ahn and I discuss the history of insulin, why it is slower than insulin produced from the pancreas and the standings of insulin research in the works, such as once-a-week long-acting insulin injections.
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We dive into type 3C diabetes, a lesser-known form that develops after pancreatic damage from pancreatitis, surgery, or trauma. Ivan Werning breaks down how it differs from type 1 and type 2, the challenges of delayed diagnosis, and the realities of managing both blood sugar and digestion. We also explore how he uses the CeQur Simplicity insulin patch why awareness of this rare condition is so important.
I sit down with Tandem Diabetes' Senior Director of Product Marketing, Ben Mar, to unpack all the big tech coming from the company and recent safety warnings users should be aware of. We get the first public video demo of the 7-day SteadiSet infusion set, unpack the upcoming tubeless Mobi option, and Ben shares updates on Libre 3 Plus integration and an Android app coming soon. I also asked Ben a ton of your questions including wha...
Diabetes tech often advances slowly because of hard constraints: safety, liability, FDA clearance, and reimbursement—so apps take years, pump designs stagnate, and algorithms lag behind what’s possible. In this episode, we unpack how those forces shape timelines and what’s being done to move faster without sacrificing safety. Joining me is Shannon Lantzy, a regulatory innovation expert who started at NASA, earned a PhD in decision ...
DIY Loop user Taylor Patterson built an AI-powered food analysis tool right into the AID app—helping users take pictures, scan barcodes, or enter text and voice prompts to get carb estimates, nutrition breakdowns, and diabetes-oriented notes. In this episode, Taylor explains how he created the feature in just 30 minutes, how it’s already helping him improve his time in range, and why AI could change the way people with diabetes app...
We cover ADCES 2025 updates on how diabetes educators are adapting to AI, new insights on mental health and eating disorders in type 1, and eye-opening stats about access to care. We also dive into the latest diabetes tech, including the Pivot pump, DIY systems, and carb awareness research. And lastly, we discuss major progress toward a cure for type 1 diabetes, with companies like Vertex and Sana moving faster than ever. I’m joine...
We dive into the growing off-label use of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro among people with type 1 diabetes. I'm joined by longtime diabetes advocate and healthcare executive Marie Schiller to explore the benefits, risks, and evolving research around these drugs. We discuss new studies, including the ADJUST-T1D trial, showing improved A1C, increased time in range, reduced insulin needs, and moderate weight loss...
AI-powered food tracking is changing how people with diabetes count carbs and manage their glucose. In this episode, I speak with Aurelian Briner, CEO and co-founder of the SNAQ app—an AI-driven diabetes app that uses photos, voice notes, and machine learning to estimate carbs, log meals, and predict glucose spikes. We dive into how AI is transforming diabetes management, the importance of personalized insights, and the challenges ...
This episode explores the early days of diabetes data integration and the rise of open-source AID systems with Brandon Arbiter, Co-Founder and Acting CEO of Tidepool. Brandon shares how his passion for location data led to the creation of Tidepool, now a key platform in diabetes tech. We discuss the pivotal people who shaped the open source space, big moments in the development of AID systems, Tidepool’s role in FDA-clearing the Lo...
Dexcom addresses growing concerns over G7 sensor failures, the recall of receivers with faulty alerts, and an FDA warning letter. We also discuss the upcoming 15-day Dexcom G7, AI food tracking and a new integration between Stelo and Oura Ring. Drop your questions and comments on YouTube.
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In this episode, Justin speaks with Melissa Holloway, the founder of SmartStart and a type 1 for over 30 years, opens up about her personal fight to access an insulin pump after moving to the UK—and how that journey led her to become a force for change in the diabetes community. Together, they explore how one voice can make a difference and why community-driven events like Friends for Life are so essential for families navigating t...
We break down the biggest diabetes tech and research highlights from the 2025 ADA Scientific Sessions. Justin is joined by CDCES Gary Scheiner to discuss new tubeless insulin pumps, an implantable continuous glucose monitor, and updates on a dual glucose-ketone sensor. We also explore cutting-edge research on islet cell therapies, ultra-concentrated insulins, and the potential of amylin as a complementary hormone treatment.
In this live episode of Diabetech, I'm joined by Jen Greaves in Valencia, Spain! Jen is a fellow T1D, world traveler, and content creator who spent four months exploring Latin America—all while managing life with type 1. We talk about what it takes to travel long-term with T1D, from navigating insulin supply challenges to staying on top of tech and routines while constantly on the move. Now that I’ve been traveling as a digital nom...
Over the last 8 months, I’ve been traveling the world as a digital nomad, and I want everyone with diabetes to know—it is possible to travel safely and confidently. Today I'm joined by my diabetes educator, Mary Rose, who helped guide me through my very first trip with type 1 diabetes! Mary Rose and I cover everything from what to pack and how to prep with your care team, to airport security tips, managing insulin on long flights, ...
We dive into growing concerns around reliability issues with the Dexcom G7. After posting a video online that sparked nearly 1,000 comments from users reporting sensor failures, it became clear that this wasn’t an isolated problem. To explore what’s going on, I’m joined by two experts in the diabetes space: Kamil of the Nerdabetic YouTube channel, and Dr. David Ahn, a practicing endocrinologist. We discuss the recent FDA warning le...
Today we explore the evolution of continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) — from the first professional CGM in 1999 to the advanced tech driving today’s AID systems, and how these devices changed patient lives along the way. Dr. Grazia Aleppo, a leading endocrinologist and early CGM believer, joins to discuss early CGM innovations, the challenges of adoption, and pivotal research that expanded global access. Plus, we look ahead to what ...
I sit down with someone who wore the first consumer insulin pump—the AutoSyringe We dive into what diabetes treatment was like at the time, how the early pump worked, and how decades of evolving tech have shaped her journey and inspired her to educate others. It’s a powerful look at how far we’ve come in diabetes innovation.
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