DOC Updates is a monthly podcast that presents and discusses the latest clinically relevant articles in the field of diabetes research and care, including the American Diabetes Association's three science and health journals – Diabetes, Diabetes Care, and Diabetes, Obesity, and Cardiometabolic CARE. Each episode is approximately 15 minutes long and presents 5-6 recently published articles from ADA journals and beyond. Intended for practicing physicians and health care professionals, DOC Updates…
Weight maintenance is a challenging topic for both clinicians and patients. In this special episode, Neil Skolnik is joined by Jamie Almondoz, MD, who discusses the toxic narratives that have historically been part of the weight loss conversation, and the latest strategies for maintaining a healthy weight after the initial loss. This special episode is sponsored with support from Lilly . Please…
To achieve optimal outcomes for patients, it is not only the individual efforts of clinicians that matter in achieving optimal outcomes for our patients. Having a system that supports and facilitates those efforts is essential. In this special episode, Neil Skolnik speaks with Nihar Desai about the challenges of managing chronic kidney disease and diabetes. This special episode is sponsored with…
With the launch of a new journal, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) is also launching a brand new podcast: The Points of CARE , the official podcast of Diabetes, Obesity, and CardioMetabolic CARE . Join hosts Richard Beaser, MD and Jane Reusch, MD, as they highlight key research findings, clinical implications, and emerging themes across diabetes, obesity, and cardiometabolic health through…
Welcome to the latest episode (August 2026) of DOC Updates , where every month Neil Skolnik, MD and John Russell, MD review the most important articles on diabetes, obesity, and cardiometabolic disease. This month on DOC Updates : Hirsh Elhence, Jennifer L. Dodge, Stephen Fuest, et al. National Prevalence of Clinical Obesity by BMI Class: A National Cross-Sectional Study . Ann Intern Med. [Epub 2…
In the first episode of this special three-part series, Neil Skolnik speaks with Dr. Minesh Rajpal. Together, they provide an overview, discussing the assessment and management of high blood pressure. This special episode is sponsored with support from AstraZeneca . Presented by: Neil Skolnik , MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson…
In this special crossover episode, recorded live at the American Diabetes Association's Scientific Sessions in New Orleans, the hosts of the ADA's professional podcasts— DOC Updates , Diabetes Care "On Air" , DiabetesBio , and The Points of CARE —come together to discuss key highlights and groundbreaking research presented at the 2026 meeting. They share expert insights across the bench-to-bedside…
Over two decades ago, Lipoprotein(a)—or Lp(a)—was recognized as an emerging risk factor for cardiovascular disease. In this special edition of DOC Updates , Dr. Neil Skolnik explores our growing understanding of this cholesterol-carrying lipoprotein. This special episode is sponsored with support from Lilly . Please listen to the episodes by clicking on the podcast player below or by freely…
Continuing his exploration of once-weekly insulins, Neil Skolnik speaks with Aaron King, MD. Together, they cover the mechanisms, practical considerations, and the myriad benefits that this new therapy can have over daily basal insulin. This special episode is sponsored with support from Novo. Please listen to the episodes by clicking on the podcast player below or by freely subscribing to…
There is a fundamental link between diabetes and kidney care. But while there are many medications available to improve CKD outcomes in people with type 2 diabetes, the same options are not available for people with type 1. In this special episode, Dr. Neil Skolnik speaks with Janet McGill, MD, MA, FACE, FACP about the underdiscussed prevalence of CKD in type 1 and the importance of continued…
Welcome to the latest episode (July 2026) of DOC Updates , where every month Neil Skolnik, MD and John Russell, MD review the most important articles on diabetes, obesity, and cardiometabolic disease. This month on DOC Updates : Aroda V, Buzzetti R, Dalskov S et al. " Efficacy and safety of once-weekly cagrilintide–semaglutide (CagriSema) in adults with type 2 diabetes inadequately controlled on…
In this special edition of DOC Updates , Neil Skolnik speaks with Dr. Juan Frias, who catalogues the latest cardiometabolic medications, emphasizing the distinguishing characteristics of each. This special episode is sponsored with support from Lilly . Presented by: Neil Skolnik , MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate…