Pros and Cons of Using AI for Type 1 Diabetes Management

Can AI help you better manage your diabetes care? In this episode of Think Like a Pancreas—The Podcast, clinicians Alicia Downs and Jennifer Smith dig into the pervasive world of Artificial Intelligence and discuss its role in diabetes care. AI is integrated into everything from targeted ads to "smart" insulin pumps, but what is the difference between generative AI (like ChatGPT) and the "AI in a box" found in clinical algorithms. Alicia and Jenny discuss the biases that most systems have, the tasks where AI shines and note where it is lacking.   MEET YOUR HOSTS: Jennifer Smith, RD, LD, CDCES is the Director of Lifestyle and Nutrition for Integrated Diabetes Services. She is renowned for her expertise in nutrition, diabetes education, and athletic performance. Having lived with type 1 diabetes since childhood, Jennifer offers unique insight into day-to-day diabetes management, pregnancy, sports nutrition, and technology integration. Alicia Downs,  RN, MSN, CDCES,  BC-ADM experienced years of mis-diagnoses and ineffective treatments that gave her the incentive to take the lead in her own health care and educate those around her. Alicia is passionate about providing educated, compassionate, informed and equitable care to all people.   KEY TAKEAWAYS AND HIGHLIGHTS: ✔️No the source of your AI. It isn’t all created equally. ✔️The prompts you use dictate the results you receive. ✔️ Know the source of your AI ✔️AI does not have a lot of sources to draw from to get information on diabetes.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Welcome & Introductions 01:58 AI is Everywhere We Login 04:35 Understanding Your AI’s Bias 10:34 The Problem of the Missing Human Component 18:44 AI for Carb Counting. Does it work? 22:09 What Can You Use AI For? 26:03 An Educator Moves You Beyond the Obvious 34:21 AI Doesn’t Know Your Algorithm 37:33 AI. What’s It Really Good For? 39:35 Verify Where Your AI References   RESOURCES: SNAQ: The App That Brings “Star Trek” to Diabetes   CONNECT WITH US: 🔵Website: integrateddiabetes.com 🔵 Follow on Social Media: @integrated_diabetes_services and @ integrateddiabetesservices on Facebook 🔵To work with the Integrated Diabetes Services Team , visit https://integrateddiabetes.com/appointments/   or email [email protected] SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW: If the podcast has helped you to live better with diabetes, please tell someone else how to find it! If you have a question, take a moment and ask! We reply to everyone. And then be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you never miss an episode! Disclaimer The information contained in this program is based on the experience and opinions of the Integrated Diabetes Services clinical team. Please discuss any changes to your treatment plan with your personal healthcare provider before implementing.