Delve into best practices for patient-care for diabetes management while observing Ramadan.
Join us for an insightful session presented by the Waterloo-Wellington Self Management Program and Waterloo Wellington Diabetes in collaboration with the MMAC.
Speakers:
-Tayyab S. Khan, MD, MPH, MASc, FRCPC, DipABOM, Assistant Professor of Medicine, Western University
- Ahmad R. Tarakji, MD, FRCPC, FACP, FASN, FNKF, Assistant Clinical Professor, McMaster University
- Yumna Khan, RD, CDE, Thames Valley Family Health Team, London
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the potential impacts of fasting on people with diabetes.
- Assess the risk of fasting on patient well-being.
- Explain the recommended adjustments to insulin, oral medications, and
other diabetes treatments for safe fasting.
- Discuss healthy meal planning around Suhoor and Iftar.
- Use RAMCOM tool as a communication strategy to help patients make
informed decisions about fasting.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Tue Jan 21, 2025
Time: 5:30 - 8:30 PM ET
REGISTRATION
This event is free for MMAC members and Non-MMAC members.
You will receive a dedicated Zoom link the night before the event, which you’ll need to use to complete your registration on Zoom. Please note that your registration here alone will not grant you access to the Zoom session.
Deadline to register: Mon Jan 20, 2025
To join the MMAC, please click bit.ly/mmajoin. Membership is free for medical students, residents, and staff basic.
Don't miss this valuable opportunity to learn how to navigate diabetes management during Ramadan from trusted healthcare professionals. Spread the word and join us in empowering individuals to maintain optimal health during this sacred month. See you there! #DiabetesManagement #RamadanHealth #FreeWebinar
