UCSF endocrinologist Dr. Umesh Masharani explores what pre-diabetes means. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 35244]

Insulin is necessary to utilize the energy we obtain from carbohydrates. Diabetes is characterized by a relative or absolute lack of insulin production. Dr. Sarah Kim explores the way the body digests carbohydrates and its effect on the pancreas and blood sugar levels. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 35069]

Insulin is necessary to utilize the energy we obtain from carbohydrates. Diabetes is characterized by a relative or absolute lack of insulin production. Here, Dr. Sarah Kim briefly describes the crucial role insulin plays in the body. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 35068]

Monitoring insulin and glucose for diabetics has come along way. Find out what's new from connected devices to closed loop insulin delivery and continuous glucose monitors. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34676]

Diabetes educator Theresa Garnero walks you through the 8 keys to living a healthy life with diabetes: Healthy eating, being active, taking medication, monitoring, healthy coping, reducing risks, problem solving and adding humor. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34678]

Diabetes is a complex and challenging disease involving many factors and variables. Stigma that has historically been attached to a diagnosis of diabetes can contribute to stress and feelings of shame and judgment. Every member of the health care team can serve people with diabetes more effectively through a respectful, inclusive, and person-centered approach. Person-first, strengths-based, empowering language can improve communication and enhance the motivation, health, and well-being of people with diabetes. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34677]

Insulin is necessary to utilize the energy we obtain from carbohydrates. Diabetes is characterized by a relative or absolute lack of insulin production. Dr. Sarah Kim explores the use of synthetic insulin in diabetic patients and explains that taking insulin in a way that mimics natural insulin production is best for keeping glucose in a healthy range. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34598]

Almost 30 million Americans have diabetes and another 86 million are pre-diabetic. Nutrition and exercise are key components to managing the disease. Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator Sherri Shafer gives specifics on how about how to manage your diet and increase your exercise. Diabetes is largely self-managed: learn how to do so. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34599]

Lisa Kroon, PharmD, describes the general treatment approaches for glycemic control (hyperglycemia) in people with type 2 diabetes. She goes over the characteristics and precautions of the various classes of medicines and the general dosing principles for the oral and non-insulin injectable medications. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34597]

There are several classifications of diabetes. Type 2 Diabetes affects 24 million people in the US. UCSF endocrinologist Dr. Umesh Masharani goes over the risks, prevalence and treatment of disease. He also explores what pre-diabetes means and what you can do if you have received that diagnosis. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34561]

Everyone who is diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes has the gene(s) associated with it. In the general population the risk is 1 in 300. UCSF pediatric nurse practitioner Maureen McGrath describes the progression of the disease and treatments. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34562]

Robert Rushakoff, MD, MS. Professor of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, UCSF. Series: "UCSF Vascular Surgery Symposium" [Health and Medicine] [Education] [Professional Medical Education] [Show ID: 32294]

Gary M. Rothenberg, DPM, CDE, CWS. Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Michigan School of Medicine Series: "UCSF Vascular Surgery Symposium" [Health and Medicine] [Education] [Professional Medical Education] [Show ID: 32295]

Gary M. Rothenberg, DPM, CDE, CWS. Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Michigan School of Medicine. Series: "UCSF Vascular Surgery Symposium" [Health and Medicine] [Education] [Professional Medical Education] [Show ID: 32300]

Cristina Brickman, MD. Assistant Professor of Medicine, Division of Infectious Disease, UCSF. Series: "UCSF Vascular Surgery Symposium" [Health and Medicine] [Education] [Professional Medical Education] [Show ID: 32301]

Michael S. Conte, MD. Professor of Surgery and Chief, Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, UCSF. Series: "UCSF Vascular Surgery Symposium" [Health and Medicine] [Education] [Professional Medical Education] [Show ID: 32310]

Diabetes complications include limb disorders. Find out about preventative measures for diabetic foot care, and diabetic amputation. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 32120]

Dr. Mimi Guarneri, President of the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine, breaks down the reasons behind the widespread epidemic of poor health in the United States. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31185]

Edward Gorham, PhD, UC San Diego School of Medicine, describes the prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in terms of sun avoidance and person, place, and time. He identifies key items of evidence suggesting a protective association between sunlight, vitamin D, and risk of type 1 diabetes. He also lists the ways in which addressing vitamin D deficiency can have a positive impact on public health. Series: "Vitamin D for Public Health - Integrating Sunshine, Supplements and Measurement for Optimal Health 2014" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 29083]

Dr. Daniel M. Schwartz discusses the many ways diabetes can impact vision. The importance of good blood glucose and blood pressure control will be emphasized. New treatments and imaging methods for ocular diabetes will be reviewed. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 28878]