Why Join Diabetes DPG?
Diabetes DPG (DDPG)'s mission is to lead the future of nutrition in diabetes care, education and prevention.
Awards
Discussion Board and Networking Opportunities
Diabetes Technology and Innovation Updates
Patient Education Handouts and Recipes
Legislative Activity
Diabetes DPG Events
Webinar
Ethical Considerations in Diabetes Care: Integrative and Functional Nutrition Approach
Date: June 17
Time: noon - 1 p.m. (Central)
This session examines how to apply integrative and functional nutrition within diabetes care while navigating evolving evidence and patient-centered decision-making. Topics include allopathic vs alternative nutrition approaches, informed consent, autonomy, and collaborative care models. This session is designed for healthcare providers, dietitians, and diabetes care and education specialists seeking to strengthen ethical, patient-centered practice.
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Time: noon - 1 p.m. (Central)
This session examines how to apply integrative and functional nutrition within diabetes care while navigating evolving evidence and patient-centered decision-making. Topics include allopathic vs alternative nutrition approaches, informed consent, autonomy, and collaborative care models. This session is designed for healthcare providers, dietitians, and diabetes care and education specialists seeking to strengthen ethical, patient-centered practice.
Coffee Break
Diabetes Educators EmpowerED Coffee Break: Ask the Experts on Emerging Weekly Insulin Therapies
Date: June 25
Time: 1 - 1:30 p.m. (Central)
Hosted in partnership with Decera Clinical Education with support from an educational grant from Lilly.
This interactive Coffee Break offers an open forum for discussion on emerging weekly insulin therapies for type 2 diabetes, focusing on real-world challenges, patient counseling considerations, and practical strategies to support optimal glycemic outcomes.
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Time: 1 - 1:30 p.m. (Central)
Hosted in partnership with Decera Clinical Education with support from an educational grant from Lilly.
This interactive Coffee Break offers an open forum for discussion on emerging weekly insulin therapies for type 2 diabetes, focusing on real-world challenges, patient counseling considerations, and practical strategies to support optimal glycemic outcomes.
Diabetes DPG Highlights
Recent Projects
Patient Education Handouts
Diabetes DPG's reproducible patient education handouts are produced annually and maintained in the DDPG publication area of the website.
Reproduction for sales purposes is not authorized.
Awards and Stipends
Financial Assistance
2026 Awards and Nomination Applications
DDPG offers multiple awards and stipends for its members, including the Excellence in Practice Award, DDPG Advocate Award, Diabetes Innovator of the Year Award, Distinguished Service Award, Rising Student Leader Award, Educational Stipend Award and Speaker Stipend Award.
Executive Leadership Team
| Name | Position |
|---|---|
| Kathy W. Warwick, RDN, LDN, CDCES | Chair |
| Jason D. Roberts, RDN, LD, CDCES, FAND | Chair-elect |
| Lorena Drago, MS, RDN, CDCES, CDN | Past Chair |
| Joanne K. Rinker, MS, RD, LDN, CDE | Secretary |
| Wendy J. Castle, MPH, RD, LD, CDE | Treasurer |
| Ka Hei Karen Lau, MS, RD, CDCES | Nominating Committee Chair |
| Carrie S. Swift, MS, RD, BCADM, CDCES | DPG HOD Delegate |
Membership questions? We're here to help
Our Member Service Center offers prompt support for questions on membership, benefits, products, services or any other dietetics-related topics. Call or email us for personalized assistance. Hours are Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Central time).
Phone: 800-877-1600, Option 1
International Phone: +1-312-899-0040, Option 1
Email: DPGMIGrelations@eatright.org
International Phone: +1-312-899-0040, Option 1
Email: DPGMIGrelations@eatright.org
Sponsorships
Sponsorship Opportunities
DDPG Sponsorship Opportunities
There are a variety of ways for industry sponsors to engage with DDPG’s membership, including:
- Advertisements and inserts in DDPG's popular publications
- Event and webinar sponsorships
- Award sponsorships
- Recipe contests and educational handouts
- And more!
Mentors
Mentorship Opportunities
DDPG's Mentoring Program
The DDPG's mentoring program builds a professional association and personal rapport between mentors and mentees. Mentors are able to share their experiences and insights to help mentees grow professionally.
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Diabetes DPG
Optimizing the prevention and management of diabetes through person-centered care, including nutrition and collaborative partnerships.