Celebrating 50 Years
Recognizing diabetes care and education leadership five decades in the making
Featured Member - Grace Silverio, MSN, RN, CDCES, CCM
rrace Silverio, MSN, RN, CDCES, CCM became a member of ADCES® five years ago. She shares how membership helps her stay connected and informed on all things in diabetes care and education.
Why do you love being a member?
I love to keep up with what is happening in the diabetes space, and ADCES makes it easy. ADCES provided excellent resources when I was studying to become a CDCES. As a result, I have volunteered in a couple of different areas, which has allowed me to meet thought leaders and helped me continue growing my skills and knowledge.
What is your favorite part about being a diabetes care and education specialist?
The mission and certification provide the credibility to educate people so we can help people better manage their diabetes.
Favorite ADCES resources/programs?
ADCES Connect, ADCES In Practice, ADCES Annual Conference
What is one piece of advice you would give to a new diabetes care and education specialist or someone considering the profession?
Utilize ADCES resources, join the ADCES connect/COI, and get involved.
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.
Not a member of ADCES? There is no better time to join than today!
