In this heartfelt and insightful episode of Beyond the Bolus, hosts Nancy Hanna and Dena Gottesman sit down with Dr. Kathy Sumpter, a pediatric endocrinologist who brings a unique dual perspective as both a healthcare provider and someone living with type 1 diabetes. Diagnosed at age 20, Dr. Sumpter shares her personal journey and how it shaped her mission to support children and teens navigating diabetes.

Together, they explore the evolution of diabetes technology, the transformative impact of the Omnipod 5 system, and how it helps families manage diabetes more confidently, from toddlers to teens. Dr. Sumpter offers practical advice for clinicians, discusses the emotional realities of diabetes care, and emphasizes the importance of meeting families where they are.

Whether you're a healthcare provider, caregiver, or someone living with diabetes, this episode is packed with empathy, expertise, and inspiration.

In this special ADA 2025 edition of Beyond the Bolus, host Nancy sits down with Kellee Miller and Jennifer Boyd from Insulet’s Medical Affairs team to discuss groundbreaking data on the Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System in people with type 2 diabetes. From real-world evidence across 23,000+ users to insights on insulin dosing, quality of life, and optimized settings, this episode dives deep into how Omnipod 5 is transforming diabetes care. Whether you're a prescriber, educator, or caring for someone living with diabetes, this conversation offers valuable takeaways on the future of AID technology.

How can AID systems like Omnipod 5 ease the mental burden on patients living with diabetes? To find out, Beyond the Bolus hosts Nancy Hanna and Dena Gottesman handed over hosting duties to our international colleague, Kate Neal, who was at ATTD in Amsterdam speaking with Dr. Eden Miller, a family practitioner, diabetologist, and co-founder of Diabetes Nation.

Dr. Miller shares her perspective (as both a healthcare provider and a person living with diabetes), explaining why she considers Omnipod 5 to be a “diabetes partner” – one that adapts and helps patients live more freely with less mental burden. They discuss how customizable glucose targets, setting adjustments, and the Custom Foods feature provide patients with a personalized and supportive experience.

Kate and Dr. Miller take a closer look at the SECURE-T2D study, which evaluated the use of Omnipod 5 in adults with type 2 diabetes. Dr. Miller outlines the key results and reflects on how the findings are already transforming her clinical practice.

You’ll also hear stories from Dr. Miller’s practice, such as a 78-year-old patient who was recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, and a 9-year-old who is learning independence - and managing type 1 diabetes – with the help of the Custom Foods feature. Dr. Miller

brings a practical, person-first approach to care, whether she’s breaking down barriers to technology, helping patients build confidence, or supporting them through the emotional side of diabetes.