Ep 39 - The Inpen, with Madison Smith, Clinical Systems Engineering Lead for Smart MDI Systems at Medtronic Diabetes

Meet Madison Smith she is a Clinical Systems Engineering Lead for Smart MDI Systems who works to bring first hand clinical and research experience from the field in order to lead user-centered product development and design in her current role at Medtronic. She is responsible for coordinating efforts between user needs, research and technology to drive innovation throughout the product lifecycle and actualization of real-world clinical outcomes.   Prior to joining Medtronic, she worked at the University of Florida where she spent time as a both a CDCES within their pediatric endocrinology office and as a clinical and translational research investigator studying pathway to disease progression, novel drug therapies, and testing pre-market diabetes technologies.     In this episode, she unfolds her 15-year journey managing type 1 diabetes, from diagnosis at 16 to embracing smart insulin pen technology. We both share our enthusiasm for Medtronic's Smart Insulin Pen, known as the Inpen. She shares details on its precision, seamless CGM integration, and transformative impact. Dive into how technology empowers diabetes advocacy, offering insights on health control.     Topics we covered include: ·       Introduction to diabetes diagnosis and sudden symptoms ·       Nurse educator's insights, offering hope for successful management. ·       Overview of diabetes management technology with Madison a Medtronic representative. ·       Comparison of insulin pumps and MDI therapy, highlighting MDI's freedom ·       In-depth discussion on the technology behind the smart insulin pen, its precision, and CGM benefits   Don't miss Madison's wisdom on balancing diabetes management with a fulfilling life.   Website IG @medtronicdiabetes   Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast reach more people. Be sure to share this episode. What to do now: *Follow me @bloodsugarboss on Instagram to stay in the loop on upcoming episodes. DM me with any feedback or suggestions on topics you'd like us to cover. *Join our Type 1 In Midlife community on the free Honey Health App to chat about podcast topics and more *Get started with a Free Download and Subscribe to my Weekly Newsletter - How to Thrive with Type 1 Diabetes After 40 *Contact us about our coaching programs Shop my favorite products