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Diabetes-related conferences provide health care providers, Tribal Leaders, and community members with opportunities to learn about the latest diabetes treatment and prevention strategies. Conferences also give attendees a chance to share lessons learned and network with each other. In addition, these conferences may offer training courses and continuing education credits.

Check this webpage frequently for a list of upcoming conferences relating to diabetes and Indian health issues.

Upcoming Conferences

IHS National Combined Councils Meeting
March 21 - 26, 2010
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Contact: Dora Bradley at theodora.bradley@ihs.gov or call (602) 364-7757

10th Annual Advances in Indian Health Conference Exit Disclaimer – You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov
"Advances" is IHS primary care clinical conference and attracts over 350 clinicians from across the Indian health system. The conference covers many primary care topics with special emphasis on diabetes, mental health, substance abuse, women’s health, geriatrics and training on EHR.
April 27-30, 2010 | Albuquerque, NM

57th Annual Advanced Postgraduate Course Exit Disclaimer – You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov
Offers the latest advances in diabetes management in general sessions and interactive Meet the Expert sessions. Topics include: latest information on management of diabetes and its complications; practical tips and proven strategies for improving patient care; and translation of the latest diabetes research into clinical practice.
February 5-7, 2010 | San Francisco, CA

American Association of Diabetes Educators Exit Disclaimer – You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov
“Core ® Concepts Courses”
AADE’s CORE Concepts® courses are designed for nurses, dietitians, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals who have had one to two years experience in diabetes education and desire an update or in-depth review of the fundamental concepts which support diabetes self-management education. Click on the link to check dates and locations for upcoming courses.

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