Celebrating 50 Years
Recognizing diabetes care and education leadership five decades in the making
Featured Member - Ana Olivas, CMA (AAMA), DPP
Ana Olivas, CMA (AAMA), DPP has been an ADCES® member for four years. We asked Ana about her experiences as part of the ADCES community and how membership has impacted her life and career.
Why do you love being an ADCES member?
Being a member of ADCES has provided me with education and training that I need to fulfill the duties of my position as a Diabetes Program Specialist working with a Native American tribe.
What is your favorite part about being a diabetes care and education specialist?
I am proud to be able to educate patients about the prevention and management of diabetes.
Top five ADCES resources/programs?
The ADCES Annual Conference, ADCES online learning, Spanish language resources, ADCES DPP Lifestyle Coach Training, ADCES' Work in Prevention.
What is one piece of advice you would give to a new diabetes care and education specialist or someone considering the profession?
Always be well informed about the prevention and management of diabetes so that you can provide the best patient education to help the person in need.
Member Profiles
50 Faces of ADCES
To celebrate 50 years, we will profile 50 nurses, dietitians, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals who are dedicated to improving prediabetes, diabetes and cardiometabolic care.
Get ready to be inspired by the dedication and determination of individuals who make our community stronger. And let’s continue to face what’s next together as we elevate our roles and our knowledge as diabetes care and education specialists.
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